Road Trip Cardiff → Machen - 24 km / 25 min | Map, Stops, Rideshares & Tips

How to Travel from

Cardiff to Machen

by Rideshare, Route or Car

Great Britain Cardiff Machen

Cheapest

By car (24 km)

25 min

24 km.

from $1

Other

Rideshare

25 min

24 km.

from $1.30

Train, Bus

54 min

12 km.

from $11.46

Train operators

National Express

Phone:

08717 81 81 81

Website:

nationalexpress.com/en

Bus from Cardiff to Newport

Ave. Duration:

16 min

Frequency:

Hourly

Estimated price:

$16.46–$25.32

Transport for Wales

Phone:

03333 211 202

Website:

tfw.wales/

Train from Cardiff Queen Street to Caerphilly

Ave. Duration:

16 min

Frequency:

Every 20 minutes

Estimated price:

$3.67–$5.57

Bus operators

Stagecoach South Wales

Email:

[email protected]

Website:

stagecoachbus.com

Bus from Caerphilly Interchange Stand 6 to Dranllwyn

Ave. Duration:

18 min

Frequency:

Hourly

Estimated price:

$4.05–$5.70

Bus from Market Square 22 to Machen

Ave. Duration:

32 min

Frequency:

Hourly

Estimated price:

$5.57–$8.23

Caerphilly County Borough Council

Phone:

01443 815588

Website:

caerphilly.gov.uk/

Bus from Caerphilly Interchange Stand 6 to Dranllwyn

Ave. Duration:

19 min

Frequency:

Twice daily

What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Machen?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Machen is to drive which costs $3.91 - $5.98 and takes 22 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff to Machen?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Machen is to taxi which takes 22 min and costs $59.78 - $76.09 .

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Machen?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Machen. However, there are services departing from Cardiff and arriving at Machen Primary School via Market Square 22. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 10m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Machen?

The distance between Cardiff and Machen is 19 km. The road distance is 19.9 km.

How do I travel from Cardiff to Machen without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Machen without a car is to train and bus which takes 54 min and costs $6.52 - $9.78 .

How long does it take to get from Cardiff to Machen?

It takes approximately 54 min to get from Cardiff to Machen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Machen bus from?

Cardiff to Machen bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Cardiff station.

Where does the Cardiff to Machen bus arrive?

Cardiff to Machen bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Newport station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Machen?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Machen is 20 km. It takes approximately 22 min to drive from Cardiff to Machen.

Where can I stay near Machen?

There are 1316+ hotels available in Machen. Prices start at $42.02 per night.

Caerphilly Castle

Caerphilly Castle (Welsh: Castell Caerffili) is a medieval fortification in Caerphilly in South Wales. The castle was constructed by Gilbert de Clare in the 13th century as part of his campaign to maintain control of Glamorgan, and saw extensive fighting between Gilbert, his descendants, and the native Welsh rulers. Surrounded by extensive artificial lakes – considered by historian Allen Brown to be "the most elaborate water defences in all Britain" – it occupies around 30 acres (12 ha) and is the largest castle in Wales and the third-largest castle in the United Kingdom (after Dover Castle & Windsor Castle). It is famous for having introduced concentric castle defences to Britain and for its large gatehouses. Gilbert began work on the castle in 1268 following his occupation of the north of Glamorgan, with the majority of the construction occurring over the next three years at a considerable cost. The project was opposed by Gilbert's Welsh rival Llywelyn ap Gruffudd, leading to the site being burnt in 1270 and taken over by royal officials in 1271. Despite these interruptions, Gilbert successfully completed the castle and took control of the region. The core of Caerphilly Castle, including the castle's luxurious accommodation, was built on what became a central island, surrounding by several artificial lakes, a design Gilbert probably derived from that at Kenilworth. The dams for these lakes were further fortified, and an island to the west provided additional protection. The concentric rings of walls inspired Edward I's castles in North Wales, and proved what historian Norman Pounds has termed "a turning point in the history of the castle in Britain".

Cardiff Castle

Cardiff Castle (Welsh: Castell Caerdydd) is a medieval castle and Victorian Gothic revival mansion located in the city centre of Cardiff, Wales. The original motte and bailey castle was built in the late 11th century by Norman invaders on top of a 3rd-century Roman fort. The castle was commissioned either by William the Conqueror or by Robert Fitzhamon, and formed the heart of the medieval town of Cardiff and the Marcher Lord territory of Glamorgan. In the 12th century the castle began to be rebuilt in stone, probably by Robert of Gloucester, with a shell keep and substantial defensive walls being erected. Further work was conducted by the 6th Earl of Gloucester in the second half of the 13th century. Cardiff Castle was repeatedly involved in the conflicts between the Anglo-Normans and the Welsh, being attacked several times in the 12th century, and stormed in 1404 during the revolt of Owain Glyndŵr.

Millennium Stadium

The Millennium Stadium (Welsh: Stadiwm y Mileniwm), known since 2016 as the Principality Stadium (Welsh: Stadiwm Principality) for sponsorship reasons, is the national stadium of Wales. Located in Cardiff, it has a retractable roof and is the home of the Wales national rugby union team; it has also held Wales national football team games. Initially built to host the 1999 Rugby World Cup and replacing the National Stadium, it has gone on to host many other large-scale events, such as the Tsunami Relief Cardiff concert, the Super Special Stage of Wales Rally Great Britain, the Speedway Grand Prix of Great Britain and various concerts. It also hosted FA Cup, League Cup and Football League play-off finals while Wembley Stadium was being redeveloped between 2001 and 2006, as well as football matches during the 2012 Summer Olympics.

Four ways to Travel from Cardiff to Machen

Transport providers

Train operators

National Express

Transport for Wales

Bus operators

Stagecoach South Wales

Caerphilly County Borough Council

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Machen?

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff to Machen?

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Machen?

How far is it from Cardiff to Machen?

How do I travel from Cardiff to Machen without a car?

How long does it take to get from Cardiff to Machen?

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Machen bus from?

Where does the Cardiff to Machen bus arrive?

Can I drive from Cardiff to Machen?

Where can I stay near Machen?