Driving from Bath to Cardiff
Cardiff lies 58 km (36 mi) west of Bath, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 53 min without stops, over roughly 71 km (44 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
| Bath | Cardiff | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United Kingdom | United Kingdom |
| Population | 101,557 | 372,089 |
| Elevation | 96 m (315 ft) | 17 m (56 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+1 (Europe/London) | UTC+1 (Europe/London) |
| Postal codes | BA1 | CF10–CF24 |
Where to book car hire from Bath to Cardiff
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Staying in Cardiff
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Common questions
How far is Cardiff from Bath?
58 km (36 mi) in a straight line, west of Bath; by road roughly 71 km (44 mi).
How long does it take to get from Bath to Cardiff by car?
About 53 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Bath and Cardiff?
No, both are on Europe/London at the moment.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.