What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Blaenau Gwent?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Blaenau Gwent is to drive which costs £6 - £10 and takes 52 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff to Blaenau Gwent?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Blaenau Gwent is to train which takes 52 min and costs £9 - £15.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Blaenau Gwent?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Blaenau Gwent. However, there are services departing from Greyfriars Road GH and arriving at Bournville Post Office via Cwmbran Bus Station Stand G. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 6m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Blaenau Gwent?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Ebbw Vale Parkway. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 52 min.

How far is it from Cardiff to Blaenau Gwent?

The distance between Cardiff and Blaenau Gwent is 28 miles. The road distance is 26.4 miles.

How do I travel from Cardiff to Blaenau Gwent without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Blaenau Gwent without a car is to train which takes 52 min and costs £9 - £15.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff to Blaenau Gwent?

The train from Cardiff Central to Ebbw Vale Parkway takes 52 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Blaenau Gwent bus from?

Cardiff to Blaenau Gwent bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, depart from Greyfriars Road GH station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Blaenau Gwent train from?

Cardiff to Blaenau Gwent train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Cardiff to Blaenau Gwent?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Blaenau Gwent is to train which takes 52 min and costs £9 - £15. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £10 - £16 and takes 2h 6m.

Where does the Cardiff to Blaenau Gwent bus arrive?

Cardiff to Blaenau Gwent bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, arrive at Cwmbran Bus Station Stand E.

Where does the Cardiff to Blaenau Gwent train arrive?

Cardiff to Blaenau Gwent train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Ebbw Vale Parkway station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Blaenau Gwent?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Blaenau Gwent is 26 miles. It takes approximately 52 min to drive from Cardiff to Blaenau Gwent.

How do I get a train ticket from Cardiff to Blaenau Gwent?

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Cardiff to Blaenau Gwent - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Cardiff to Blaenau Gwent by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Ebbw Vale Parkwaytrain Maesteg - Ebbw Vale Town / ...
52 min
£9–15
Drive 26.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cardiff to Blaenau Gwentcar 26.3 mi
52 min
£7–10
Bus
1. Take the bus from Greyfriars Road GH to Cwmbran Bus Station Stand Ebus X3
2. Take the bus from Cwmbran Bus Station Stand G to Bournville Post Officebus X1
2h 6m
£11–16
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Cardiff to Blaenau Gwenttaxi 26.3 mi
52 min
£110–140

Cardiff to Blaenau Gwent by train

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Distance: 27.8 mi
Duration: 52 min

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Blaenau Gwent, Wales?

Transport for Wales operates a train from Cardiff Central to Ebbw Vale Parkway hourly. Tickets cost £9–15 and the journey takes 52 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Greyfriars Road GH to Bournville Post Office via Cwmbran Bus Station Stand G in around 2h 6m.

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