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

The cheapest way to get from Dowlais to Cardiff is to drive which costs £6 - £9 and takes 35 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Dowlais to Cardiff is to drive which takes 35 min and costs £6 - £9.

Is there a direct bus between Dowlais and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Dowlais station to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Dowlais Police Station and arriving at Greyfriars Road GJ via Merthyr Bus Station 8. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 12m.

Is there a direct train between Dowlais and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Dowlais to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Merthyr Tydfil and arriving at Cathays via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 23m.

How far is it from Dowlais to Cardiff?

The distance between Dowlais and Cardiff is 24 miles. The road distance is 25.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dowlais to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 1h 23m and costs £11 - £19.

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

It takes approximately 1h 23m to get from Dowlais to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dowlais to Cardiff bus from?

Dowlais to Cardiff bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, depart from Merthyr Bus Station 8.

Where do I catch the Dowlais to Cardiff train from?

Dowlais to Cardiff train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Merthyr Tydfil station.

Train or bus from Dowlais to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Dowlais to Cardiff is to train which takes 1h 23m and costs £11 - £19. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £9 - £13 and takes 2h 12m.

Where does the Dowlais to Cardiff bus arrive?

Dowlais to Cardiff bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, arrive at Greyfriars Road GJ station.

Where does the Dowlais to Cardiff train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dowlais to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Dowlais to Cardiff is 25 miles. It takes approximately 35 min to drive from Dowlais to Cardiff.

Where can I stay near Cardiff?

There are 1725+ hotels available in Cardiff.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Merthyr Tydfil to Cathaystrain Merthyr Tydfil - Cardiff Central / ...
1h 23m
£11–19
Drive 25 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Dowlais to Cardiffcar 25 mi
35 min
£7–9
Bus
1. Take the bus from Merthyr Bus Station 8 to Greyfriars Road GJbus X4
2h 12m
£9–13
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Dowlais to Cardifftaxi 25 mi
35 min
£50–65

Dowlais to Cardiff by bus and train

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Distance: 24.2 mi
Duration: 1h 23m

What companies run services between Dowlais, Merthyr Tydfil County Borough, Wales and Cardiff, Wales?

Transport for Wales operates a train from Merthyr Tydfil to Cathays hourly. Tickets cost £9–16 and the journey takes 52 min. Alternatively, Stagecoach South Wales operates a bus from Merthyr Bus Station 8 to Greyfriars Road GJ every 3 hours. Tickets cost £7–10 and the journey takes 1h 1m.

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