What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Mountain Ash?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Mountain Ash is to drive which costs £4 - £7 and takes 29 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff to Mountain Ash?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Mountain Ash is to drive which takes 29 min and costs £4 - £7.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Mountain Ash?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Mountain Ash. However, there are services departing from Greyfriars Road GJ and arriving at Oxford Street via Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 13m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Mountain Ash?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Mountain Ash. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 49 min.

How far is it from Cardiff to Mountain Ash?

The distance between Cardiff and Mountain Ash is 19 miles. The road distance is 19.6 miles.

How do I travel from Cardiff to Mountain Ash without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Mountain Ash without a car is to train which takes 49 min and costs £7 - £13.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff to Mountain Ash?

The train from Cardiff Central to Mountain Ash takes 49 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Mountain Ash bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Mountain Ash train from?

Cardiff to Mountain Ash train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Cardiff to Mountain Ash?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Mountain Ash is to train which takes 49 min and costs £7 - £13. Alternatively, you can bus and line 61 bus, which costs £7 - £12 and takes 1h 13m.

Where does the Cardiff to Mountain Ash bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cardiff to Mountain Ash train arrive?

Cardiff to Mountain Ash train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Mountain Ash station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Mountain Ash?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Mountain Ash is 20 miles. It takes approximately 29 min to drive from Cardiff to Mountain Ash.

How do I get a train ticket from Cardiff to Mountain Ash?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Cardiff to Mountain Ash?

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Where can I stay near Mountain Ash?

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Cardiff to Mountain Ash - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 61 bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Cardiff to Mountain Ash by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Mountain Ashtrain Merthyr Tydfil - Aberdare / ...
49 min
£7–13
Drive 19.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cardiff to Mountain Ashcar 19.5 mi
29 min
£5–7
Bus, line 61 bus
1. Take the bus from Greyfriars Road GJ to Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 5bus X4
2. Take the bus from Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 2 to Oxford Streetbus 61 / ...
1h 13m
£7–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Cardiff to Mountain Ashtaxi 19.5 mi
29 min
£40–55

Cardiff to Mountain Ash by train

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Distance: 19 mi
Duration: 49 min

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Mountain Ash, Wales?

Transport for Wales operates a train from Cardiff Central to Mountain Ash hourly. Tickets cost £7–13 and the journey takes 49 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Greyfriars Road GJ to Oxford Street via Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 2 in around 1h 13m.

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