What is the cheapest way to get from Cathays to Pontypridd?

The cheapest way to get from Cathays to Pontypridd is to drive which costs £2 - £4 and takes 18 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Cathays to Pontypridd?

The fastest way to get from Cathays to Pontypridd is to taxi which takes 18 min and costs £26 - £32.

Is there a direct bus between Cathays and Pontypridd?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from North Road Clinic and arriving at Catherine Street E1. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 50 min.

Is there a direct train between Cathays and Pontypridd?

No, there is no direct train from Cathays to Pontypridd. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Queen Street and arriving at Pontypridd via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 49 min.

How far is it from Cathays to Pontypridd?

The distance between Cathays and Pontypridd is 14 miles. The road distance is 11.1 miles.

How do I travel from Cathays to Pontypridd without a car?

The best way to get from Cathays to Pontypridd without a car is to train which takes 49 min and costs £5 - £11.

How long does it take to get from Cathays to Pontypridd?

It takes approximately 49 min to get from Cathays to Pontypridd, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cathays to Pontypridd bus from?

Cathays to Pontypridd bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, depart from North Road Clinic station.

Where do I catch the Cathays to Pontypridd train from?

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

Train or bus from Cathays to Pontypridd?

The best way to get from Cathays to Pontypridd is to train which takes 49 min and costs £5 - £11. Alternatively, you can line 132 bus, which costs £6 - £9 and takes 50 min.

Where does the Cathays to Pontypridd bus arrive?

Cathays to Pontypridd bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, arrive at Catherine Street E1 station.

Where does the Cathays to Pontypridd train arrive?

Cathays to Pontypridd train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Pontypridd station.

Can I drive from Cathays to Pontypridd?

Yes, the driving distance between Cathays to Pontypridd is 11 miles. It takes approximately 18 min to drive from Cathays to Pontypridd.

Where can I stay near Pontypridd?

There are 1900+ hotels available in Pontypridd.

Cathays to Pontypridd - 4 ways to travel via train, line 132 bus, taxi, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Cathays to Pontypridd by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Queen Street to Pontypriddtrain Cardiff Bay - Pontypridd / ...
49 min
£6–11
Drive 11.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cathays to Pontypriddcar 11.1 mi
18 min
£3–4
Line 132 bus
1. Take the bus from North Road Clinic to Catherine Street E1bus 132
50 min
£6–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Cathays to Pontypriddtaxi 11.1 mi
18 min
£26–32

Cathays to Pontypridd by bus, foot, and train

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Distance: 13.5 mi
Duration: 49 min

What companies run services between Cathays, Wales and Pontypridd, Wales?

Transport for Wales operates a train from Cardiff Queen Street to Pontypridd every 15 minutes. Tickets cost £4–8 and the journey takes 28 min. Alternatively, Stagecoach South Wales operates a bus from North Road Clinic to Catherine Street E1 every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £6–9 and the journey takes 50 min.

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