Cities Near Cardiff
Cities near Cardiff, UK: 10 notable destinations within day-trip and weekend range, including Newport, Weston-super-Mare, Tonypandy. Compare distance, drive time and flight time, with day-trip and getaway ideas.
The closest notable city to Cardiff, UK is Newport, about 11 mi (17 km) away — roughly 36 min by road. Below, 10 nearby cities are ranked by distance, with real drive and flight estimates and whether each works best as a day trip or an overnight getaway.
| City | Distance | Drive | Flight | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Newport | 11 mi / 17 km | 36 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Weston-super-Mare | 13 mi / 21 km | 43 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Tonypandy | 15 mi / 25 km | 30 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Bridgend | 17 mi / 28 km | 33 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Bristol | 25 mi / 41 km | 49 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Mendip | 29 mi / 47 km | 56 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Taunton | 32 mi / 52 km | 58 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Swansea | 34 mi / 55 km | 1 hr 1 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Bath | 36 mi / 58 km | 1 hr 5 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Hereford | 45 mi / 72 km | 1 hr 20 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
Day trips from Cardiff
Within about 100 miles and easy to visit in a day: Newport, Weston-super-Mare, Tonypandy, Bridgend, Bristol. These are close enough to go and return without an overnight stay.
Getting around
Nearby cities are usually quickest by car or train; for the longer hops a regional flight can save time. Tap any city above for its full distance, driving-time and flight-time breakdown, or plan a specific route with the tools below.
Frequently asked questions
Notable cities near Cardiff include Newport, Weston-super-Mare, Tonypandy, Bridgend, Bristol. The closest is Newport, about 11 miles (17 km) away. The table above lists each with its distance, drive time and best use.