What is the cheapest way to get from South Wales to Cardiff?

The cheapest way to get from South Wales to Cardiff is to drive which costs £5 - £8 and takes 35 min.

What is the fastest way to get from South Wales to Cardiff?

The fastest way to get from South Wales to Cardiff is to drive which takes 35 min and costs £5 - £8.

Is there a direct bus between South Wales and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from South Wales station to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Fernhill station and arriving at Greyfriars Road GF via Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 8. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 41m.

Is there a direct train between South Wales and Cardiff?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cwmbach and arriving at Cardiff Central. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 59 min.

How far is it from South Wales to Cardiff?

The distance between South Wales and Cardiff is 21 miles. The road distance is 21.4 miles.

How do I travel from South Wales to Cardiff without a car?

The best way to get from South Wales to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 59 min and costs £8 - £15.

How long does it take to get from South Wales to Cardiff?

The train from Cwmbach to Cardiff Central takes 59 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the South Wales to Cardiff bus from?

South Wales to Cardiff bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, depart from Fernhill station.

Where do I catch the South Wales to Cardiff train from?

South Wales to Cardiff train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Cwmbach station.

Train or bus from South Wales to Cardiff?

The best way to get from South Wales to Cardiff is to train which takes 59 min and costs £8 - £15. Alternatively, you can line 61 bus and line 132 bus, which costs £8 - £15 and takes 1h 41m.

Where does the South Wales to Cardiff bus arrive?

South Wales to Cardiff bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, arrive at Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 2.

Where does the South Wales to Cardiff train arrive?

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

Can I drive from South Wales to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between South Wales to Cardiff is 21 miles. It takes approximately 35 min to drive from South Wales to Cardiff.

How do I get a train ticket from South Wales to Cardiff?

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South Wales to Cardiff - 4 ways to travel via train, and line 61 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from South Wales to Cardiff by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cwmbach to Cardiff Centraltrain Aberdare - Merthyr Tydfil / ...
59 min
£8–15
Drive 21.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from South Wales to Cardiffcar 21.3 mi
35 min
£6–8
Line 61 bus, line 132 bus
1. Take the bus from Fernhill station to Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 2bus 61 / ...
2. Take the bus from Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 8 to Greyfriars Road GFbus 132 / ...
1h 41m
£9–14
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from South Wales to Cardifftaxi 21.3 mi
35 min
£45–60

South Wales to Cardiff by train

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Distance: 21.4 mi
Duration: 59 min

What companies run services between South Wales and Cardiff, Wales?

Transport for Wales operates a train from Cwmbach to Cardiff Central hourly. Tickets cost £8–15 and the journey takes 59 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Fernhill station to Greyfriars Road GF via Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 8 in around 1h 41m.

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