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

The cheapest way to get from Swansea to Pontyclun is to bus which costs £6 - £10 and takes 2h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Swansea to Pontyclun is to drive which takes 44 min and costs £7 - £12.

Is there a direct bus between Swansea and Pontyclun?

No, there is no direct bus from Swansea station to Pontyclun. However, there are services departing from Swansea Bus Station Stand B and arriving at L'Oreal via Sarn Odeon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 47m.

Is there a direct train between Swansea and Pontyclun?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Swansea and arriving at Pontyclun. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 56 min.

How far is it from Swansea to Pontyclun?

The distance between Swansea and Pontyclun is 35 miles. The road distance is 32.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Swansea to Pontyclun without a car is to train which takes 56 min and costs £13 - £24.

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

The train from Swansea to Pontyclun takes 56 min including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Swansea to Pontyclun bus from?

Swansea to Pontyclun bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Swansea Bus Station Stand B.

Where do I catch the Swansea to Pontyclun train from?

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

Train or bus from Swansea to Pontyclun?

The best way to get from Swansea to Pontyclun is to train which takes 56 min and costs £13 - £24. Alternatively, you can line 201 bus and line 65 bus, which costs and takes 1h 47m.

Where does the Swansea to Pontyclun bus arrive?

Swansea to Pontyclun bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Sarn Odeon station.

Where does the Swansea to Pontyclun train arrive?

Swansea to Pontyclun train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Pontyclun station.

Can I drive from Swansea to Pontyclun?

Yes, the driving distance between Swansea to Pontyclun is 32 miles. It takes approximately 44 min to drive from Swansea to Pontyclun.

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

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Swansea to Pontyclun - 6 ways to travel via train, line 201 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Swansea to Pontycluntrain Swansea - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
56 min
£13–24
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sainsbury's Quay Parade to Bridgend Bus Station Stand 1bus X1
2. Take the bus from Bridgend Bus Station Stand 8 to Cwrt Bethelbus 404
2h 20m
£6–10
Line 201 bus, line 65 bus
1. Take the bus from Swansea Bus Station Stand B to Sarn Odeonbus 201 / ...
2. Take the bus from Sarn Odeon to L'Orealbus 65
1h 47m
Drive 32 mi
1. Drive from Swansea to Pontycluncar 32 mi
44 min
£8–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Swansea to Pontycluntaxi 32 mi
44 min
£75–90
Train via Bridgend
1. Take the train from Swansea to Bridgendtrain Swansea - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Bridgend to Pontycluntrain Swansea - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
1h 24m
£13–28

Swansea to Pontyclun by train

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Distance: 34.4 mi
Duration: 56 min

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

Transport for Wales operates a train from Swansea to Pontyclun every 4 hours. Tickets cost £13–24 and the journey takes 56 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Swansea Bus Station Stand B to L'Oreal via Sarn Odeon in around 1h 47m.

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