What is the cheapest way to get from Pontypridd to Cardiff Bay (Water)?

The cheapest way to get from Pontypridd to Cardiff Bay (Water) is to drive which costs £4 - £7 and takes 35 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Pontypridd to Cardiff Bay (Water)?

The fastest way to get from Pontypridd to Cardiff Bay (Water) is to train which takes 30 min and costs £5 - £9.

Is there a direct bus between Pontypridd and Cardiff Bay (Water)?

No, there is no direct bus from Pontypridd station to Cardiff Bay (Water). However, there are services departing from Railway Station South E6 and arriving at Prospect Place via Kingsway GR. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Pontypridd and Cardiff Bay (Water)?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Pontypridd and arriving at Cardiff Bay. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 30 min.

How far is it from Pontypridd to Cardiff Bay (Water)?

The distance between Pontypridd and Cardiff Bay (Water) is 13 miles. The road distance is 17.5 miles.

How do I travel from Pontypridd to Cardiff Bay (Water) without a car?

The best way to get from Pontypridd to Cardiff Bay (Water) without a car is to train which takes 30 min and costs £5 - £9.

How long does it take to get from Pontypridd to Cardiff Bay (Water)?

The train from Pontypridd to Cardiff Bay takes 30 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Pontypridd to Cardiff Bay (Water) bus from?

Pontypridd to Cardiff Bay (Water) bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, depart from Railway Station South E6.

Where do I catch the Pontypridd to Cardiff Bay (Water) train from?

Pontypridd to Cardiff Bay (Water) train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Pontypridd station.

Train or bus from Pontypridd to Cardiff Bay (Water)?

The best way to get from Pontypridd to Cardiff Bay (Water) is to train which takes 30 min and costs £5 - £9. Alternatively, you can line 132 bus and line 9 bus, which costs £7 - £10 and takes 1h 30m.

Where does the Pontypridd to Cardiff Bay (Water) bus arrive?

Pontypridd to Cardiff Bay (Water) bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, arrive at Greyfriars Road GF station.

Where does the Pontypridd to Cardiff Bay (Water) train arrive?

Pontypridd to Cardiff Bay (Water) train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Cardiff Bay station.

Can I drive from Pontypridd to Cardiff Bay (Water)?

Yes, the driving distance between Pontypridd to Cardiff Bay (Water) is 18 miles. It takes approximately 35 min to drive from Pontypridd to Cardiff Bay (Water).

How do I get a train ticket from Pontypridd to Cardiff Bay (Water)?

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Where can I stay near Cardiff Bay (Water)?

There are 1715+ hotels available in Cardiff Bay (Water).

Pontypridd to Cardiff Bay (Water) - 4 ways to travel via train

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There are 4 ways to get from Pontypridd to Cardiff Bay (Water) by train, bus, taxi, or car

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1. Take the train from Pontypridd to Cardiff Baytrain Pontypridd - Cardiff Bay / ...
30 min
£5–9
Line 132 bus, line 9 bus
1. Take the bus from Railway Station South E6 to Greyfriars Road GFbus 132
2. Take the bus from Kingsway GR to Prospect Placebus 9
1h 30m
£8–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Pontypridd to Cardiff Bay (Water)taxi 17.4 mi
35 min
£35–45
Drive 17.4 mi
1. Drive from Pontypridd to Cardiff Bay (Water)car 17.4 mi
35 min
£5–7

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Distance: 12.8 mi
Duration: 30 min

What companies run services between Pontypridd, Wales and Cardiff Bay (Water), Wales?

Transport for Wales operates a train from Pontypridd to Cardiff Bay every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £5–9 and the journey takes 30 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Railway Station South E6 to Prospect Place via Greyfriars Road GF and Kingsway GR in around 1h 30m.

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