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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff Central Station to Port Talbot is to bus via Bridgend Bus Station Stand 11 which costs £6 and takes 2h.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff Central Station to Port Talbot is to drive which takes 37 min and costs £8 - £12.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff Central Station and Port Talbot?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Port Talbot Bus Station 9 station. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 55 min.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff Central Station and Port Talbot?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Port Talbot Parkway. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 42 min.

How far is it from Cardiff Central Station to Port Talbot?

The distance between Cardiff Central Station and Port Talbot is 32 miles. The road distance is 33.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff Central Station to Port Talbot without a car is to train which takes 42 min and costs £11 - £25.

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

The train from Cardiff Central to Port Talbot Parkway takes 42 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

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

Cardiff Central Station to Port Talbot bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sophia Gardens station.

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

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

Train or bus from Cardiff Central Station to Port Talbot?

The best way to get from Cardiff Central Station to Port Talbot is to train which takes 42 min and costs £11 - £25. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £5 - £9 and takes 1h 11m.

Where does the Cardiff Central Station to Port Talbot bus arrive?

Cardiff Central Station to Port Talbot bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Port Talbot Bus Station 9.

Where does the Cardiff Central Station to Port Talbot train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff Central Station to Port Talbot?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff Central Station to Port Talbot is 33 miles. It takes approximately 37 min to drive from Cardiff Central Station to Port Talbot.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Cardiff Central Station to Port Talbot?

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There are 5 ways to get from Cardiff Central Station to Port Talbot by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Port Talbot Parkwaytrain Cardiff Central - Swansea / ...
42 min
£11–25
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Port Talbot Bus Station 9bus 201 / ...
1h 11m
£5–9
Drive 32.9 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff Central Station to Port Talbotcar 32.9 mi
37 min
£9–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Cardiff Central Station to Port Talbottaxi 32.9 mi
37 min
£140–180
Bus via Bridgend Bus Station Stand 11
1. Take the bus from Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 2 to Bridgend Bus Station Stand 5bus X2
2. Take the bus from Bridgend Bus Station Stand 11 to Port Talbot Bus Station 5bus X1
2h
£6

Cardiff Central Station to Port Talbot by train

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Distance: 32.2 mi
Duration: 42 min

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

Transport for Wales operates a train from Cardiff Central to Port Talbot Parkway hourly. Tickets cost £11–18 and the journey takes 42 min. Great Western Railway (GWR) also services this route hourly. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Sophia Gardens to Port Talbot Bus Station 9 hourly. Tickets cost £5–9 and the journey takes 55 min.

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