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 Greyfriars Road GF and arriving at Brewery Terrace. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 27m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Pontygwaith?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Pontygwaith. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Queen Street and arriving at Llwynypia via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 53 min.

How far is it from Cardiff to Pontygwaith?

The distance between Cardiff and Pontygwaith is 21 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 53 min and costs £24 - £35.

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

It takes approximately 53 min to get from Cardiff to Pontygwaith, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Pontygwaith bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Pontygwaith train from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Pontygwaith?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Pontygwaith is to train which takes 53 min and costs £24 - £35. Alternatively, you can line 132 bus, which costs £7 - £10 and takes 1h 27m.

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.

Where can I stay near Pontygwaith?

There are 667+ hotels available in Pontygwaith.

Cardiff to Pontygwaith - 4 ways to travel via train, line 132 bus, taxi

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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 Cardiff Queen Street to Llwynypiatrain Cardiff Central - Treherbert / ...
53 min
£24–33
Drive 18 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cardiff to Pontygwaithcar 18 mi
32 min
£5–7
Line 132 bus
1. Take the bus from Greyfriars Road GF to Brewery Terracebus 132
1h 27m
£7–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Cardiff to Pontygwaithtaxi 18 mi
32 min
£80–100

Cardiff to Pontygwaith by bus

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1h 27mAverage Duration

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Distance: 20.6 mi
Duration: 53 min

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

Transport for Wales operates a train from Cardiff Queen Street to Llwynypia every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £6–10 and the journey takes 44 min. Alternatively, Stagecoach South Wales operates a bus from Greyfriars Road GF to Brewery Terrace every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £7–10 and the journey takes 1h 27m.

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