NetworkRider

There's so many great places to explore in and around Cardiff & you can go even further with a NetworkRider ticket. From Barry Island - the infamous home of Gavin and Stacey, the beautiful Victorian Penarth Pier or Cardiff Bay, Europe's largest waterfront development full of bars and eateries, the choice is yours!

NetworkRider tickets

The NetworkRider ticket gives you the freedom to use multi operator buses across South East Wales. Check out which bus operators are included here NetworkRider

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Soak up the City with Stagecoach

Cardiff Bay

There’s always lots going on in the Bay. It’s a cosmopolitan place to eat out, offering international cuisine, bistros, cafes, with a range of great bars and pubs. You’re sure to find plenty to entertain you too – whether you’re looking for lively nightlife or family fun, it’s all within easy reach. Buy a NetworkRider ticket on any Stagecoach Bus into Cardiff City Centre and change onto First South & West Wales service 304 to Cardiff Bay.

Find out more Visit Cardiff Bay

Our faves

• Las Iguanas restaurant and bar
• Coffi Co       
• Techniquest       
• Cardiff Bay fun park
• Cardiff Bay barrage
• The Lion King (Millennium Centre)

Soak up the sun with Stagecoach

Penarth

Penarth is an elegant seaside town with Victorian pier, Art Deco Pavilion, charming Esplanade and modern Marina. Splendid parks link the coast to the traditional town centre with its Victorian arcade, independent shops and cafés. Buy a NetworkRider ticket on any Stagecoach Bus into Cardiff City Centre and change onto Cardiff Bus service 94 to Penarth.

Find out more Visit Penarth

Our faves

• Art Deco Pavilion on the Pier
• Cafés & restaurants on the Esplanade
• Parks with Green Flag awards
• Bustling town centre with Victorian arcade
• Cosmeston Lakes Country Park and Medieval Village
• Penarth Marina

Family fun days with Stagecoach

Barry Island

There's plenty for everyone at Barry Island which is famous for its golden beaches, family amusements, colourful beach huts and, of course, “Gavin & Stacey”. With a bustling High Street, gorgeous parks as well as the Goodsheds and Innovation Quarter, featuring award-winning restaurant Hangfire – a shopping, eating and relaxing destination featuring independent businesses in an industrial heritage setting. Buy a NetworkRider ticket on any Stagecoach Bus into Cardiff City Centre and change onto Cardiff Bus service 95 to Barry Island.

Find out more Visit Barry Island

Our faves

• The Goodsheds & Innovation Quarter
• Romilly Park & the Knap Lake
• Fonmon Castle Park & Gardens
• Barry Island Pleasure Park
• Smugglers Cove Adventure Golf
• Beach Huts & Climbing Wall