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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Torfaen is to drive which costs £5 - £8 and takes 31 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Torfaen is to train which takes 28 min and costs £8 - £15.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Torfaen?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from West Grove 2 and arriving at Town Hall 2. Services depart every two hours, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 1h 13m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Torfaen?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Pontypool & New Inn. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 28 min.

How far is it from Cardiff to Torfaen?

The distance between Cardiff and Torfaen is 22 miles. The road distance is 22.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Torfaen without a car is to train which takes 28 min and costs £8 - £15.

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

The train from Cardiff Central to Pontypool & New Inn takes 28 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Torfaen bus from?

Cardiff to Torfaen bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, depart from West Grove 2 station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Torfaen train from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Torfaen?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Torfaen is to train which takes 28 min and costs £8 - £15. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £6 - £9 and takes 1h 13m.

Where does the Cardiff to Torfaen bus arrive?

Cardiff to Torfaen bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, arrive at Town Hall 2 station.

Where does the Cardiff to Torfaen train arrive?

Cardiff to Torfaen train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Pontypool & New Inn station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Torfaen?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Torfaen is 22 miles. It takes approximately 31 min to drive from Cardiff to Torfaen.

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

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Cardiff to Torfaen - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Cardiff to Torfaen by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Pontypool & New Inntrain Cardiff Central - Holyhead / ...
28 min
£8–15
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from West Grove 2 to Town Hall 2bus X3
1h 13m
£6–9
Drive 22.3 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Torfaencar 22.3 mi
31 min
£6–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Cardiff to Torfaentaxi 22.3 mi
31 min
£50–60
Bus via Friars Walk 15
1. Take the bus from Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 14 to Friars Walk 15bus 30
2. Take the bus from Market Square 16 to Town Hall 4bus X24 / ...
1h 48m
£6–8

Cardiff to Torfaen by train

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Distance: 21.5 mi
Duration: 28 min

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Torfaen, Wales?

Transport for Wales operates a train from Cardiff Central to Pontypool & New Inn hourly. Tickets cost £8–15 and the journey takes 28 min. Alternatively, Stagecoach South Wales operates a bus from West Grove 2 to Town Hall 2 every 2 hours. Tickets cost £6–9 and the journey takes 1h 13m.

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