What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff to South Wales Valleys?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to South Wales Valleys is to drive which costs £6 - £10 and takes 35 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff to South Wales Valleys?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to South Wales Valleys is to drive which takes 35 min and costs £6 - £10.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and South Wales Valleys?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to South Wales Valleys. However, there are services departing from Greyfriars Road GJ and arriving at Pant War Memorial via Merthyr Bus Station 5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and South Wales Valleys?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to South Wales Valleys. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Queen Street and arriving at Merthyr Tydfil via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 38m.

How far is it from Cardiff to South Wales Valleys?

The distance between Cardiff and South Wales Valleys is 27 miles. The road distance is 26.3 miles.

How do I travel from Cardiff to South Wales Valleys without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff to South Wales Valleys without a car is to train which takes 1h 38m and costs £11 - £20.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff to South Wales Valleys?

It takes approximately 1h 38m to get from Cardiff to South Wales Valleys, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to South Wales Valleys bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cardiff to South Wales Valleys train from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to South Wales Valleys?

The best way to get from Cardiff to South Wales Valleys is to train which takes 1h 38m and costs £11 - £20. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £9 - £14 and takes 1h 40m.

Where does the Cardiff to South Wales Valleys bus arrive?

Cardiff to South Wales Valleys bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, arrive at Merthyr Bus Station 1.

Where does the Cardiff to South Wales Valleys train arrive?

Cardiff to South Wales Valleys train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Merthyr Tydfil station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to South Wales Valleys?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to South Wales Valleys is 26 miles. It takes approximately 35 min to drive from Cardiff to South Wales Valleys.

Where can I stay near South Wales Valleys?

There are 731+ hotels available in South Wales Valleys.

Cardiff to South Wales Valleys - 5 ways to travel via train, and bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Cardiff to South Wales Valleys by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Queen Street to Merthyr Tydfiltrain Aberdare - Merthyr Tydfil / ...
1h 38m
£11–19
Drive 26.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cardiff to South Wales Valleyscar 26.1 mi
35 min
£7–10
Bus
1. Take the bus from Greyfriars Road GJ to Merthyr Bus Station 1bus X4
1h 40m
£9–14
Train, line 53 bus
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bargoedtrain Bridgend - Rhymney / ...
2. Take the bus from Bargoed Interchange Stand 1 to Asdabus 53 / ...
2h 8m
£11–19
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Cardiff to South Wales Valleystaxi 26.1 mi
35 min
£55–70

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Distance: 27 mi
Duration: 1h 38m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and South Wales Valleys, Wales?

Transport for Wales operates a train from Cardiff Queen Street to Merthyr Tydfil hourly. Tickets cost £9–16 and the journey takes 59 min. Alternatively, Stagecoach South Wales operates a bus from Greyfriars Road GJ to Merthyr Bus Station 1 hourly. Tickets cost £7–10 and the journey takes 59 min.

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