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

The cheapest way to get from Rhondda to Swansea is to line 172 bus and bus which costs £9 - £12 and takes 3h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rhondda to Swansea is to drive which takes 49 min and costs £8 - £13.

Is there a direct bus between Rhondda and Swansea?

No, there is no direct bus from Rhondda to Swansea station. However, there are services departing from Ferndale Hotel and arriving at Swansea City Bus Station via Cardiff North Road. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 27m.

Is there a direct train between Rhondda and Swansea?

No, there is no direct train from Rhondda to Swansea. However, there are services departing from Ystrad Rhondda and arriving at Swansea via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 1m.

How far is it from Rhondda to Swansea?

The distance between Rhondda and Swansea is 65 miles. The road distance is 35 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rhondda to Swansea without a car is to train which takes 2h 1m and costs £25 - £55.

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

It takes approximately 2h 1m to get from Rhondda to Swansea, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rhondda to Swansea bus from?

Rhondda to Swansea bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, depart from Ferndale Hotel station.

Where do I catch the Rhondda to Swansea train from?

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

Train or bus from Rhondda to Swansea?

The best way to get from Rhondda to Swansea is to train which takes 2h 1m and costs £25 - £55. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £11 - £18 and takes 3h 27m.

Where does the Rhondda to Swansea bus arrive?

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

Where does the Rhondda to Swansea train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Rhondda to Swansea?

Yes, the driving distance between Rhondda to Swansea is 35 miles. It takes approximately 49 min to drive from Rhondda to Swansea.

How do I get a train ticket from Rhondda to Swansea?

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Rhondda to Swansea - 6 ways to travel via train, line 172 bus, car, and taxi

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There are 6 ways to get from Rhondda to Swansea by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Ystrad Rhondda to Cardiff Centraltrain Treherbert - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Swanseatrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
2h 1m
£26–53
Drive 34.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Rhondda to Swanseacar 34.8 mi
49 min
£9–13
Line 172 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Penuel to Bridgend Bus Station Stand 7bus 172
2. Take the train from Bridgend to Swanseatrain Cardiff Central - Swansea / ...
2h 20m
£16–29
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Rhondda to Swanseataxi 34.8 mi
49 min
£150–190
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ferndale Hotel to Law Courts RJbus 132
2. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to Swansea City Bus Stationbus Uk910 / ...
3h 27m
£12–18
Line 172 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Penuel to Bridgend Bus Station Stand 7bus 172
2. Take the bus from Bridgend Bus Station Stand 1 to Sainsbury's Quay Paradebus X1
3h 31m
£9–11

Rhondda to Swansea by train

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Distance: 64.7 mi
Duration: 2h 1m

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

You can take a train from Ystrad Rhondda to Swansea via Cardiff Central in around 2h 1m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ferndale Hotel to Swansea City Bus Station via Cardiff North Road in around 3h 27m.

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