What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Pontygwaith?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Pontygwaith is to drive which costs £4 - £7 and takes 32 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff to Pontygwaith?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Pontygwaith is to taxi which takes 32 min and costs £80 - £100.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Pontygwaith?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Corbett Road and arriving at Brewery Terrace. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 24m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Pontygwaith?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cathays and arriving at Llwynypia. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 42 min.

How far is it from Cardiff to Pontygwaith?

The distance between Cardiff and Pontygwaith is 17 miles. The road distance is 18.1 miles.

How do I travel from Cardiff to Pontygwaith without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Pontygwaith without a car is to train which takes 42 min and costs £6 - £12.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff to Pontygwaith?

The train from Cathays to Llwynypia takes 42 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Pontygwaith bus from?

Cardiff to Pontygwaith bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, depart from Corbett Road station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Pontygwaith train from?

Cardiff to Pontygwaith train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Cathays station.

Train or bus from Cardiff to Pontygwaith?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Pontygwaith is to train which takes 42 min and costs £6 - £12. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £8 - £11 and takes 1h 24m.

Where does the Cardiff to Pontygwaith bus arrive?

Cardiff to Pontygwaith bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, arrive at Brewery Terrace station.

Where does the Cardiff to Pontygwaith train arrive?

Cardiff to Pontygwaith train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Llwynypia station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Pontygwaith?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Pontygwaith is 18 miles. It takes approximately 32 min to drive from Cardiff to Pontygwaith.

How do I get a train ticket from Cardiff to Pontygwaith?

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Where can I stay near Pontygwaith?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cathays to Llwynypiatrain Cardiff Central - Treherbert / ...
42 min
£6–12
Drive 18 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cardiff to Pontygwaithcar 18 mi
32 min
£5–7
Bus
1. Take the bus from Corbett Road to Brewery Terracebus 132
1h 24m
£8–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Cardiff to Pontygwaithtaxi 18 mi
32 min
£80–100

Cardiff to Pontygwaith by train

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Distance: 17 mi
Duration: 42 min

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Pontygwaith, Rhondda Cynon Taf, Wales?

Transport for Wales operates a train from Cathays to Llwynypia every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £6–12 and the journey takes 42 min. Alternatively, Stagecoach South Wales operates a bus from Corbett Road to Brewery Terrace every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £8–11 and the journey takes 1h 24m.

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