What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff Bay to Pontypridd?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff Bay to Pontypridd is to drive which costs £3 - £5 and takes 24 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff Bay to Pontypridd?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff Bay to Pontypridd is to taxi which takes 24 min and costs £30 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff Bay and Pontypridd?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff Bay to Pontypridd. However, there are services departing from Millennium Centre and arriving at Ynysangharad Park Gates via Greyfriars Road GF. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 19m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff Bay and Pontypridd?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cardiff Bay and arriving at Pontypridd. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 32 min.

How far is it from Cardiff Bay to Pontypridd?

The distance between Cardiff Bay and Pontypridd is 13 miles. The road distance is 13.9 miles.

How do I travel from Cardiff Bay to Pontypridd without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff Bay to Pontypridd without a car is to train which takes 32 min and costs £5 - £9.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff Bay to Pontypridd?

The train from Cardiff Bay to Pontypridd takes 32 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Cardiff Bay to Pontypridd bus from?

Cardiff Bay to Pontypridd bus services, operated by Cardiff Bus, depart from Millennium Centre station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff Bay to Pontypridd train from?

Cardiff Bay to Pontypridd train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Cardiff Bay station.

Train or bus from Cardiff Bay to Pontypridd?

The best way to get from Cardiff Bay to Pontypridd is to train which takes 32 min and costs £5 - £9. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £5 - £8 and takes 1h 19m.

Where does the Cardiff Bay to Pontypridd bus arrive?

Cardiff Bay to Pontypridd bus services, operated by Cardiff Bus, arrive at Gorsedd Gardens station.

Where does the Cardiff Bay to Pontypridd train arrive?

Cardiff Bay to Pontypridd train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Pontypridd station.

Can I drive from Cardiff Bay to Pontypridd?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff Bay to Pontypridd is 14 miles. It takes approximately 24 min to drive from Cardiff Bay to Pontypridd.

How do I get a train ticket from Cardiff Bay to Pontypridd?

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Where can I stay near Pontypridd?

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Cardiff Bay to Pontypridd - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Cardiff Bay to Pontypridd by train, bus, taxi, or car

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best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Bay to Pontypriddtrain Cardiff Bay - Pontypridd / ...
32 min
£5–9
Drive 13.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cardiff Bay to Pontypriddcar 13.8 mi
24 min
£4–5
Bus
1. Take the bus from Millennium Centre to Gorsedd Gardensbus Sky
2. Take the bus from Greyfriars Road GF to Ynysangharad Park Gatesbus 132 / ...
1h 19m
£6–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Cardiff Bay to Pontypriddtaxi 13.8 mi
24 min
£30–40

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Distance: 12.8 mi
Duration: 32 min

What companies run services between Cardiff Bay, Wales and Pontypridd, Wales?

Transport for Wales operates a train from Cardiff Bay to Pontypridd every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £5–9 and the journey takes 32 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Millennium Centre to Ynysangharad Park Gates via Gorsedd Gardens and Greyfriars Road GF in around 1h 19m.

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