What is the cheapest way to get from Bridgend to Nelson?

The cheapest way to get from Bridgend to Nelson is to drive which costs £6 - £9 and takes 37 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Bridgend to Nelson?

The fastest way to get from Bridgend to Nelson is to drive which takes 37 min and costs £6 - £9.

Is there a direct bus between Bridgend and Nelson?

No, there is no direct bus from Bridgend to Nelson station. However, there are services departing from Nolton Street and arriving at Nelson Bus Station Stand 1 via Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 4. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 11m.

Is there a direct train between Bridgend and Nelson?

No, there is no direct train from Bridgend to Nelson. However, there are services departing from Bridgend and arriving at Ystrad Mynach via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 48m.

How far is it from Bridgend to Nelson?

The distance between Bridgend and Nelson is 36 miles. The road distance is 24.3 miles.

How do I travel from Bridgend to Nelson without a car?

The best way to get from Bridgend to Nelson without a car is to train which takes 1h 48m and costs £12 - £25.

How long does it take to get from Bridgend to Nelson?

It takes approximately 1h 48m to get from Bridgend to Nelson, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bridgend to Nelson bus from?

Bridgend to Nelson bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, depart from Nolton Street station.

Where do I catch the Bridgend to Nelson train from?

Bridgend to Nelson train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Bridgend station.

Train or bus from Bridgend to Nelson?

The best way to get from Bridgend to Nelson is to train which takes 1h 48m and costs £12 - £25. Alternatively, you can line 404 bus, which costs £10 - £14 and takes 2h 11m.

Where does the Bridgend to Nelson bus arrive?

Bridgend to Nelson bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, arrive at Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 6.

Where does the Bridgend to Nelson train arrive?

Bridgend to Nelson train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Cardiff Central station.

Can I drive from Bridgend to Nelson?

Yes, the driving distance between Bridgend to Nelson is 24 miles. It takes approximately 37 min to drive from Bridgend to Nelson.

Where can I stay near Nelson?

There are 1836+ hotels available in Nelson.

Bridgend to Nelson - 4 ways to travel via train, line 404 bus, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Bridgend to Nelson by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bridgend to Cardiff Centraltrain Maesteg - Ebbw Vale Town / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Ystrad Mynachtrain Bridgend - Rhymney / ...
1h 48m
£13–25
Drive 24.2 mi
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1. Drive from Bridgend to Nelsoncar 24.2 mi
37 min
£6–9
Line 404 bus
1. Take the bus from Nolton Street to Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 6bus 404
2h 11m
£10–14
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Bridgend to Nelsontaxi 24.2 mi
37 min
£100–130

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Distance: 35.6 mi
Duration: 1h 48m

What companies run services between Bridgend, Wales and Nelson, Wales?

You can take a train from Bridgend to Llwyn yr Eos via Cardiff Central, Ystrad Mynach, and Ystrad Mynach Station in around 1h 48m. Alternatively, Stagecoach South Wales operates a bus from Nolton Street to Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 6 hourly. Tickets cost £7–10 and the journey takes 1h 23m.

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