Bus from Cardiff Bay to Penarth
1 direct route · about 45 min · first bus 09:30, last bus 18:29 (weekdays).
Next buses to Penarth as of 06:41
Scheduled times at the boarding stop in Cardiff Bay, from the operators' timetables — they update automatically. Open the stop for live tracking.
Direct routes
| Route | Operator | Journey time | Weekday journeys | Days | First | Last | Board at | Get off at | Calls at |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 305 | Cardiff Bus | ~45 min | 7 | Sat 7 · no Sunday buses | 09:30 | 18:29 | Millennium Centre (o/s) | St Cyres School (before) | — |
Times are for the first boarding point in Cardiff Bay on each route's weekday timetable — open the route for the full timetable, live map and every stop.
The same number runs elsewhere in the UK — see every 305 bus timetable.
Frequently asked questions
Which bus goes from Cardiff Bay to Penarth?
The 305 (Cardiff Bus) runs directly from Cardiff Bay to Penarth. Board at Millennium Centre (o/s) and get off at St Cyres School (before); the journey takes about 45 minutes.
How long does the bus take from Cardiff Bay to Penarth?
Around 45 minutes on the 305, depending on time of day and traffic.
What time is the first and last bus from Cardiff Bay to Penarth?
On weekdays the first direct bus leaves around 09:30 and the last around 18:29. Check the route timetables for weekends.
How much is the bus from Cardiff Bay to Penarth?
Fares on this journey are set by the operator — the England fare cap doesn't apply in Wales. Check the operator's website or Traveline Cymru for current prices.
Same journey, other stops
The same trip, starting or ending at a town centre that has its own page here.