What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff Central Station to Pontypridd?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff Central Station to Pontypridd is to drive which costs £3 - £5 and takes 23 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff Central Station to Pontypridd?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff Central Station to Pontypridd is to taxi which takes 23 min and costs £60 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff Central Station and Pontypridd?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Greyfriars Road GJ and arriving at Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 5 station. Services depart every three hours, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 35 min.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff Central Station and Pontypridd?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Pontypridd. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 29 min.

How far is it from Cardiff Central Station to Pontypridd?

The distance between Cardiff Central Station and Pontypridd is 12 miles. The road distance is 13.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff Central Station to Pontypridd without a car is to train which takes 29 min and costs £4 - £7.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff Central Station to Pontypridd?

The train from Cardiff Central to Pontypridd takes 29 min including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

Where do I catch the Cardiff Central Station to Pontypridd bus from?

Cardiff Central Station to Pontypridd bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, depart from Greyfriars Road GJ station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff Central Station to Pontypridd train from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff Central Station to Pontypridd?

The best way to get from Cardiff Central Station to Pontypridd is to train which takes 29 min and costs £4 - £7. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £4 - £7 and takes 48 min.

Where does the Cardiff Central Station to Pontypridd bus arrive?

Cardiff Central Station to Pontypridd bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, arrive at Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 5.

Where does the Cardiff Central Station to Pontypridd train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff Central Station to Pontypridd?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff Central Station to Pontypridd is 13 miles. It takes approximately 23 min to drive from Cardiff Central Station to Pontypridd.

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

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Where can I stay near Pontypridd?

There are 1997+ hotels available in Pontypridd.

Cardiff Central Station to Pontypridd - 4 ways to travel via train, and bus

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

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1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Pontypriddtrain Cardiff Central - Treherbert / ...
29 min
£4–7
Bus
1. Take the bus from Greyfriars Road GJ to Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 5bus X4
48 min
£4–7
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Cardiff Central Station to Pontypriddtaxi 13.1 mi
23 min
£60–75
Drive 13.1 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff Central Station to Pontypriddcar 13.1 mi
23 min
£4–5

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Distance: 12.4 mi
Duration: 29 min

What companies run services between Cardiff Central Station, Wales and Pontypridd, Wales?

Transport for Wales operates a train from Cardiff Central to Pontypridd every 15 minutes. Tickets cost £4–7 and the journey takes 29 min. Alternatively, Stagecoach South Wales operates a bus from Greyfriars Road GJ to Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 5 every 3 hours. Tickets cost £4–7 and the journey takes 35 min.

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