Aquabus: City Centre to Cardiff Bay
The scenic waterbus service connecting Bute Park (Cardiff Castle Grounds) directly to Mermaid Quay along the River Taff.⏱️ 25 Min Journey
♿ 100% Step-Free Access
🚴 Bikes & Buggies Welcome
🐶 Dog Friendly
Easy Access Hull
Stable aluminum catamaran design with zero steps for seamless wheelchair, pram, and bicycle boarding.Scenic River Transport
Beat city traffic and enjoy a relaxing 25-minute cruise along the River Taff into Cardiff Bay.1-Hour Scenic Loop
Stay on board for a full 1-hour return round-trip back to your starting dock without disembarking.Flexible Boarding
Buy tickets on board or book online. Intermediate request stop at Taff’s Mead Embankment for Central Station.🏰 From City Centre (Bute Park)
Boarding in the Castle Grounds near Bute Park jetty.
Departs On The Hour:
10:00
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⚓ From Cardiff Bay (Mermaid Quay)
Boarding at the Lower Boardwalk stand, Mermaid Quay.
Departs Half-Past The Hour:
10:30
11:30
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Sights & Landmarks Along The Route
Pass by iconic sights as you travel between the heart of the city and the waterfront:
🏰 Cardiff Castle & Bute Park
🏟️ Principality Stadium
🌿 River Taff & Wetlands Reserve
🎭 Wales Millennium Centre
🏛️ Pierhead Building
🛍️ Mermaid Quay Boardwalk
No extra charge for bicycles or pushchairs. Pay by card on board or call the vessel directly for live updates.
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