What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Pontcysyllte Aqueduct?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Pontcysyllte Aqueduct is to bus which costs £18 - £26 and takes 8h 33m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff to Pontcysyllte Aqueduct?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Pontcysyllte Aqueduct is to drive which takes 2h 45m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Pontcysyllte Aqueduct?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Pontcysyllte Aqueduct. However, there are services departing from Greyfriars Road GJ and arriving at Queen Street via Merthyr Bus Station 2, Newtown Bus Station Stand 1 and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 33m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Pontcysyllte Aqueduct?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Pontcysyllte Aqueduct. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Wrexham General via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 32m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Pontcysyllte Aqueduct?

The distance between Cardiff and Pontcysyllte Aqueduct is 146 miles. The road distance is 130.7 miles.

How do I travel from Cardiff to Pontcysyllte Aqueduct without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Pontcysyllte Aqueduct without a car is to train which takes 4h 32m and costs £45 - £80.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff to Pontcysyllte Aqueduct?

It takes approximately 4h 32m to get from Cardiff to Pontcysyllte Aqueduct, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Pontcysyllte Aqueduct bus from?

Cardiff to Pontcysyllte Aqueduct bus services, operated by Celtic Travel, depart from Merthyr Bus Station 2.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Pontcysyllte Aqueduct train from?

Cardiff to Pontcysyllte Aqueduct train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Cardiff to Pontcysyllte Aqueduct?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Pontcysyllte Aqueduct is to train which takes 4h 32m and costs £45 - £80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £18 - £26 and takes 8h 33m.

Where does the Cardiff to Pontcysyllte Aqueduct bus arrive?

Cardiff to Pontcysyllte Aqueduct bus services, operated by Celtic Travel, arrive at Newtown Bus Station Stand 2.

Where does the Cardiff to Pontcysyllte Aqueduct train arrive?

Cardiff to Pontcysyllte Aqueduct train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Wrexham General station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Pontcysyllte Aqueduct?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Pontcysyllte Aqueduct is 131 miles. It takes approximately 2h 45m to drive from Cardiff to Pontcysyllte Aqueduct.

Where can I stay near Pontcysyllte Aqueduct?

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Cardiff to Pontcysyllte Aqueduct - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Cardiff to Pontcysyllte Aqueduct by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Wrexham Generaltrain Cardiff Central - Holyhead / ...
4h 32m
£47–77
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Merthyr Bus Station 2 to Newtown Bus Station Stand 2bus T4
2. Take the bus from Newtown Bus Station Stand 1 to Bus Stationbus x76
8h 33m
£18–26
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Shrewsburytrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus X5
5h 3m
£37–60
Drive 130 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Pontcysyllte Aqueductcar 130 mi
2h 45m
£32–47

Cardiff to Pontcysyllte Aqueduct by train, bus, and foot

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Distance: 145 mi
Duration: 4h 32m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Pontcysyllte Aqueduct, Wales?

Transport for Wales operates a train from Cardiff Central to Wrexham General every 4 hours. Tickets cost £45–75 and the journey takes 2h 39m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Greyfriars Road GJ to Pontcysyllte Aqueduct via Merthyr Bus Station 2, Newtown Bus Station Stand 1, Bus Station, and Queen Street in around 8h 33m.

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