What is the cheapest way to get from Rhondda Cynon Taf to Cardiff?

The cheapest way to get from Rhondda Cynon Taf to Cardiff is to drive which costs £5 - £8 and takes 47 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Rhondda Cynon Taf to Cardiff?

The fastest way to get from Rhondda Cynon Taf to Cardiff is to drive which takes 47 min and costs £5 - £8.

Is there a direct bus between Rhondda Cynon Taf and Cardiff?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Conservative Club and arriving at Law Courts RJ. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Rhondda Cynon Taf and Cardiff?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Treorchy and arriving at Cathays. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 51 min.

How far is it from Rhondda Cynon Taf to Cardiff?

The distance between Rhondda Cynon Taf and Cardiff is 20 miles. The road distance is 22.8 miles.

How do I travel from Rhondda Cynon Taf to Cardiff without a car?

The best way to get from Rhondda Cynon Taf to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 51 min and costs £8 - £14.

How long does it take to get from Rhondda Cynon Taf to Cardiff?

The train from Treorchy to Cathays takes 51 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Rhondda Cynon Taf to Cardiff bus from?

Rhondda Cynon Taf to Cardiff bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, depart from Conservative Club station.

Where do I catch the Rhondda Cynon Taf to Cardiff train from?

Rhondda Cynon Taf to Cardiff train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Treorchy station.

Train or bus from Rhondda Cynon Taf to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Rhondda Cynon Taf to Cardiff is to train which takes 51 min and costs £8 - £14. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £8 - £12 and takes 1h 45m.

Where does the Rhondda Cynon Taf to Cardiff bus arrive?

Rhondda Cynon Taf to Cardiff bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, arrive at Law Courts RJ station.

Where does the Rhondda Cynon Taf to Cardiff train arrive?

Rhondda Cynon Taf to Cardiff train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Cathays station.

Can I drive from Rhondda Cynon Taf to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Rhondda Cynon Taf to Cardiff is 23 miles. It takes approximately 47 min to drive from Rhondda Cynon Taf to Cardiff.

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Rhondda Cynon Taf to Cardiff - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Rhondda Cynon Taf to Cardiff by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Treorchy to Cathaystrain Treherbert - Cardiff Central / ...
51 min
£8–14
Drive 22.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Rhondda Cynon Taf to Cardiffcar 22.7 mi
47 min
£6–8
Bus
1. Take the bus from Conservative Club to Law Courts RJbus 132
1h 45m
£8–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Rhondda Cynon Taf to Cardifftaxi 22.7 mi
47 min
£50–65

Rhondda Cynon Taf to Cardiff by train

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Distance: 20 mi
Duration: 51 min

What companies run services between Rhondda Cynon Taf, Wales and Cardiff, Wales?

Transport for Wales operates a train from Treorchy to Cathays every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £8–14 and the journey takes 51 min. Alternatively, Stagecoach South Wales operates a bus from Conservative Club to Law Courts RJ every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £8–12 and the journey takes 1h 45m.

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