What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Abercynon Station?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Abercynon Station is to drive which costs £3 - £6 and takes 23 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff to Abercynon Station?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Abercynon Station is to taxi which takes 23 min and costs £35 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Abercynon Station?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Abercynon Station. However, there are services departing from Greyfriars Road GJ and arriving at Navigation Park via Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 9m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Abercynon Station?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Abercynon. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 39 min.

How far is it from Cardiff to Abercynon Station?

The distance between Cardiff and Abercynon Station is 16 miles. The road distance is 15.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Abercynon Station without a car is to train which takes 39 min and costs £6 - £11.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff to Abercynon Station?

The train from Cardiff Central to Abercynon takes 39 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Abercynon Station bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Abercynon Station train from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Abercynon Station?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Abercynon Station is to train which takes 39 min and costs £6 - £11. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £6 - £11 and takes 1h 9m.

Where does the Cardiff to Abercynon Station bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cardiff to Abercynon Station train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Abercynon Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Abercynon Station is 15 miles. It takes approximately 23 min to drive from Cardiff to Abercynon Station.

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

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Where can I stay near Abercynon Station?

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Cardiff to Abercynon Station - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Abercynontrain Merthyr Tydfil - Aberdare / ...
39 min
£6–11
Drive 15 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cardiff to Abercynon Stationcar 15 mi
23 min
£4–6
Bus
1. Take the bus from Greyfriars Road GJ to Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 5bus X4
1h 9m
£6–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Cardiff to Abercynon Stationtaxi 15 mi
23 min
£35–45

Cardiff to Abercynon Station by train

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Distance: 15.4 mi
Duration: 39 min

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Abercynon Station, Wales?

Transport for Wales operates a train from Cardiff Central to Abercynon every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £6–11 and the journey takes 39 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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