What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Pontyclun?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Pontyclun is to drive which costs £2 - £5 and takes 25 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Pontyclun?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Pontyclun is to taxi which takes 25 min and costs £27 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff Airport (CWL) and Pontyclun?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Pontyclun. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Airport and arriving at Cwrt Bethel via Llantwit Major Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 46m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff Airport (CWL) and Pontyclun?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Pontyclun. However, there are services departing from Rhoose and arriving at Pontyclun via Bridgend. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 54m.

How far is it from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Pontyclun?

The distance between Cardiff Airport (CWL) and Pontyclun is 25 miles. The road distance is 12.1 miles.

How do I travel from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Pontyclun without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Pontyclun without a car is to line 304 bus and line 321 bus which takes 1h 46m and costs £6.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Pontyclun?

It takes approximately 1h 46m to get from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Pontyclun, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Pontyclun bus from?

Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Pontyclun bus services, operated by First South & West Wales, depart from Cardiff Airport station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Pontyclun train from?

Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Pontyclun train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Rhoose station.

Train or bus from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Pontyclun?

The best way to get from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Pontyclun is to line 304 bus and line 321 bus which takes 1h 46m and costs £6. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £9 - £18 and takes 1h 54m.

Where does the Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Pontyclun bus arrive?

Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Pontyclun bus services, operated by First South & West Wales, arrive at Llantwit Major Interchange station.

Where does the Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Pontyclun train arrive?

Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Pontyclun train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Bridgend station.

Can I drive from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Pontyclun?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Pontyclun is 12 miles. It takes approximately 25 min to drive from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Pontyclun.

Where can I stay near Pontyclun?

There are 1771+ hotels available in Pontyclun.

Can I share a ride from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Pontyclun?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Cardiff Airport (CWL) and Pontyclun. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Pontyclun - 6 ways to travel via train

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There are 6 ways to get from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Pontyclun by bus, train, taxi, rideshare, or car

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Line 304 bus, line 321 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Cardiff Airport to Llantwit Major Interchangebus 304
2. Take the bus from Llantwit Major Interchange to Cwrt Bethelbus 321
1h 46m
£6
Drive 12 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Pontycluncar 12 mi
25 min
£3–5
Train
1. Take the train from Rhoose to Bridgendtrain Rhymney - Bridgend / ...
2. Take the train from Bridgend to Pontycluntrain Bridgend - Cardiff Central / ...
1h 54m
£9–17
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Pontycluntaxi 12 mi
25 min
£27–35
Airport Transfer
1. Take the rideshare from Cardiff-CWL to Pontyclunrideshare 12 mi
25 min
Line 304 bus, line 122 bus
1. Take the bus from Cardiff Airport to Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 1bus 304
2. Take the bus from Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 2 to Cwrt Bethelbus 122
2h 41m
£7–10

Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Pontyclun by bus

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Distance: 24.9 mi
Duration: 1h 46m

What companies run services between Cardiff Airport (CWL), Wales and Pontyclun, Wales?

You can take a bus from Cardiff Airport to Cwrt Bethel via Llantwit Major Interchange in around 1h 46m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cardiff Airport Holiday Inn Express to Pontyclun via Rhoose station, Rhoose, and Bridgend in around 1h 54m.

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