What is the cheapest way to get from Port Talbot to Cardiff Central Station?

The cheapest way to get from Port Talbot to Cardiff Central Station is to bus via Sophia Gardens which costs £5 - £9 and takes 1h 11m.

What is the fastest way to get from Port Talbot to Cardiff Central Station?

The fastest way to get from Port Talbot to Cardiff Central Station is to train which takes 35 min and costs £10 - £25.

Is there a direct bus between Port Talbot and Cardiff Central Station?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Port Talbot Parkway 6 and arriving at Tresillian Way. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 3m.

Is there a direct train between Port Talbot and Cardiff Central Station?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Port Talbot Parkway and arriving at Cardiff Central. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 35 min.

How far is it from Port Talbot to Cardiff Central Station?

The distance between Port Talbot and Cardiff Central Station is 32 miles. The road distance is 32.9 miles.

How do I travel from Port Talbot to Cardiff Central Station without a car?

The best way to get from Port Talbot to Cardiff Central Station without a car is to train which takes 35 min and costs £10 - £25.

How long does it take to get from Port Talbot to Cardiff Central Station?

The train from Port Talbot Parkway to Cardiff Central takes 35 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Port Talbot to Cardiff Central Station bus from?

Port Talbot to Cardiff Central Station bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Port Talbot Bus Station 9.

Where do I catch the Port Talbot to Cardiff Central Station train from?

Port Talbot to Cardiff Central Station train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Port Talbot Parkway station.

Train or bus from Port Talbot to Cardiff Central Station?

The best way to get from Port Talbot to Cardiff Central Station is to train which takes 35 min and costs £10 - £25. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 1h 8m.

Where does the Port Talbot to Cardiff Central Station bus arrive?

Port Talbot to Cardiff Central Station bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Sophia Gardens station.

Where does the Port Talbot to Cardiff Central Station train arrive?

Port Talbot to Cardiff Central Station train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Cardiff Central station.

Can I drive from Port Talbot to Cardiff Central Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Port Talbot to Cardiff Central Station is 33 miles. It takes approximately 37 min to drive from Port Talbot to Cardiff Central Station.

How do I get a train ticket from Port Talbot to Cardiff Central Station?

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Port Talbot to Cardiff Central Station - 5 ways to travel via train, and bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Port Talbot to Cardiff Central Station by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Port Talbot Parkway to Cardiff Centraltrain Milford Haven - Shrewsbury / ...
35 min
£10–25
Bus via Sophia Gardens
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Port Talbot Bus Station 9 to Sophia Gardensbus 202 / ...
1h 11m
£5–9
Bus
1. Take the bus from Port Talbot Parkway 6 to Tresillian Waybus T1c
1h 8m
Drive 32.8 mi
1. Drive from Port Talbot to Cardiff Central Stationcar 32.8 mi
37 min
£9–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Port Talbot to Cardiff Central Stationtaxi 32.8 mi
37 min
£140–180

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Distance: 32.2 mi
Duration: 35 min

What companies run services between Port Talbot, Wales and Cardiff Central Station, Wales?

Transport for Wales operates a train from Port Talbot Parkway to Cardiff Central hourly. Tickets cost £10–18 and the journey takes 35 min. Great Western Railway (GWR) also services this route hourly. Alternatively, Mid Wales Travel operates a bus from Port Talbot Parkway 6 to Tresillian Way once daily, and the journey takes 1h 3m.

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