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

The cheapest way to get from Pontypridd to Swansea is to drive which costs £8 - £13 and takes 58 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Pontypridd to Swansea is to drive which takes 58 min and costs £8 - £13.

Is there a direct bus between Pontypridd and Swansea?

No, there is no direct bus from Pontypridd station to Swansea station. However, there are services departing from Railway Station South E6 and arriving at Swansea City Bus Station via Cardiff North Road. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 51m.

Is there a direct train between Pontypridd and Swansea?

No, there is no direct train from Pontypridd to Swansea. However, there are services departing from Pontypridd and arriving at Swansea via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 38m.

How far is it from Pontypridd to Swansea?

The distance between Pontypridd and Swansea is 58 miles. The road distance is 35.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Pontypridd to Swansea without a car is to train which takes 1h 38m and costs £23 - £50.

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

It takes approximately 1h 38m to get from Pontypridd to Swansea, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pontypridd to Swansea bus from?

Pontypridd to Swansea bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, depart from Railway Station South E6.

Where do I catch the Pontypridd to Swansea train from?

Pontypridd to Swansea train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Pontypridd station.

Train or bus from Pontypridd to Swansea?

The best way to get from Pontypridd to Swansea is to train which takes 1h 38m and costs £23 - £50. Alternatively, you can line 132 bus and bus, which costs £10 - £17 and takes 2h 51m.

Where does the Pontypridd to Swansea bus arrive?

Pontypridd to Swansea bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, arrive at Greyfriars Road GF station.

Where does the Pontypridd to Swansea train arrive?

Pontypridd to Swansea train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Cardiff Central station.

Can I drive from Pontypridd to Swansea?

Yes, the driving distance between Pontypridd to Swansea is 36 miles. It takes approximately 58 min to drive from Pontypridd to Swansea.

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There are 5 ways to get from Pontypridd to Swansea by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Pontypridd to Cardiff Centraltrain Treherbert - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Swanseatrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
1h 38m
£23–48
Drive 35.5 mi
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1. Drive from Pontypridd to Swanseacar 35.5 mi
58 min
£9–13
Line 132 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Railway Station South E6 to Greyfriars Road GFbus 132
2. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to Swansea City Bus Stationbus Uk940 / ...
2h 51m
£11–17
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Pontypridd to Swanseataxi 35.5 mi
58 min
£80–100
Line 404 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Catherine Street E2 to Bridgend Bus Station Stand 8bus 404
2. Take the bus from Bridgend Bus Station Stand 1 to Sainsbury's Quay Paradebus X1
3h 48m
£10–12

Pontypridd to Swansea by train

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Distance: 57.8 mi
Duration: 1h 38m

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

You can take a train from Pontypridd to Swansea via Cardiff Central in around 1h 38m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Railway Station South E6 to Swansea City Bus Station via Greyfriars Road GF and Cardiff North Road in around 2h 51m.

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