What is the cheapest way to get from Bridgend to Big Pit National Coal Museum?

The cheapest way to get from Bridgend to Big Pit National Coal Museum is to bus via Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 2 which costs £10 - £13 and takes 4h 6m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bridgend to Big Pit National Coal Museum?

The fastest way to get from Bridgend to Big Pit National Coal Museum is to drive which takes 1h and costs £10 - £15.

Is there a direct bus between Bridgend and Big Pit National Coal Museum?

No, there is no direct bus from Bridgend to Big Pit National Coal Museum. However, there are services departing from Sarn Odeon and arriving at Curwood via Market Square 16. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 1m.

Is there a direct train between Bridgend and Big Pit National Coal Museum?

No, there is no direct train from Bridgend to Big Pit National Coal Museum. However, there are services departing from Bridgend and arriving at Ebbw Vale Town via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 6m.

How far is it from Bridgend to Big Pit National Coal Museum?

The distance between Bridgend and Big Pit National Coal Museum is 50 miles. The road distance is 42.8 miles.

How do I travel from Bridgend to Big Pit National Coal Museum without a car?

The best way to get from Bridgend to Big Pit National Coal Museum without a car is to train and bus which takes 2h 17m and costs £17 - £35.

How long does it take to get from Bridgend to Big Pit National Coal Museum?

It takes approximately 2h 17m to get from Bridgend to Big Pit National Coal Museum, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bridgend to Big Pit National Coal Museum bus from?

Bridgend to Big Pit National Coal Museum bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sarn Odeon station.

Where do I catch the Bridgend to Big Pit National Coal Museum train from?

Bridgend to Big Pit National Coal Museum train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Bridgend station.

Train or bus from Bridgend to Big Pit National Coal Museum?

The best way to get from Bridgend to Big Pit National Coal Museum is to bus which takes 3h 1m and costs £11 - £24. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £20 - £35 and takes 3h 6m.

Where does the Bridgend to Big Pit National Coal Museum bus arrive?

Bridgend to Big Pit National Coal Museum bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Kingsway K14 station.

Where does the Bridgend to Big Pit National Coal Museum train arrive?

Bridgend to Big Pit National Coal Museum train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Ebbw Vale Town station.

Can I drive from Bridgend to Big Pit National Coal Museum?

Yes, the driving distance between Bridgend to Big Pit National Coal Museum is 43 miles. It takes approximately 1h to drive from Bridgend to Big Pit National Coal Museum.

Where can I stay near Big Pit National Coal Museum?

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Bridgend to Big Pit National Coal Museum - 6 ways to travel via train, and bus

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There are 6 ways to get from Bridgend to Big Pit National Coal Museum by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Bridgend to Newport (S Wales)train Swansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the bus from Market Square 16 to Curwoodbus X24
2h 17m
£18–35
Bus via Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 2
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bridgend Bus Station Stand 9 to Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 2bus X2
2. Take the bus from Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 14 to Friars Walk 15bus 30
3. Take the bus from Market Square 16 to Curwoodbus X24
4h 6m
£10–13
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sarn Odeon to Kingsway K14bus 201 / ...
2. Take the bus from Market Square 16 to Curwoodbus X24
3h 1m
£12–24
Train
1. Take the train from Bridgend to Ebbw Vale Towntrain Maesteg - Ebbw Vale Town / ...
3h 6m
£20–35
Drive 42.6 mi
1. Drive from Bridgend to Big Pit National Coal Museumcar 42.6 mi
1h
£11–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Bridgend to Big Pit National Coal Museumtaxi 42.6 mi
1h
£90–110

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Distance: 49.5 mi
Duration: 2h 17m

What companies run services between Bridgend, Wales and Big Pit National Coal Museum, Wales?

You can take a bus from Sarn Odeon to Big Pit National Coal Museum via Kingsway K14, Market Square 16, and Curwood in around 3h 1m. Alternatively, Transport for Wales operates a train from Bridgend to Ebbw Vale Town hourly. Tickets cost £20–35 and the journey takes 1h 27m.

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