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CardiffGB CDF

🇬🇧United KingdomMediumCoastal (Tide Gates)Bristol Channel; North Atlantic Ocean

Cardiff (GB CDF)

United Kingdom · UNLOCODE: GB CDF · Medium · Coastal (Tide Gates) · Bristol Channel; North Atlantic Ocean

UNLOCODEGB CDF

CountryUnited Kingdom

Water BodyBristol Channel; North Atlantic Ocean

SizeMedium

TypeCoastal (Tide Gates)

Lat51.4500

Lng-3.1667

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Last updated: 2 February 2026

About This Seaport

Cardiff serves as a significant seaport in the United Kingdom, playing a pivotal role in maritime freight and container shipping. Its strategic location along the Bristol Channel and access to the North Atlantic make Cardiff an essential hub for international trade routes. The port is equipped with modern container terminals and advanced cargo handling systems designed to ensure efficient loading and unloading of goods. Hinterland connectivity is robust, featuring an extensive network of rail, road, and inland waterways that facilitate quick and cost-effective distribution to surrounding regions. Cardiff is well-known not only for the handling of containers but also for its capability to manage various types of cargo essential for industry and trade.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the UN/LOCODE of Cardiff?▼

The UN/LOCODE of Cardiff is GB CDF. This international code identifies ports and logistics locations worldwide.

Where is the port of Cardiff located?▼

The port of Cardiff is located in United Kingdom (Bristol Channel; North Atlantic Ocean).

What is the size of the port Cardiff?▼

Cardiff is a Medium harbor of type Coastal (Tide Gates).

Location & Weather

51.45000, -3.16667

Transit time routes from Cardiff

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