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

The cheapest way to get from Swansea to Pontypridd is to drive which costs £8 - £13 and takes 57 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Swansea to Pontypridd is to drive which takes 57 min and costs £8 - £13.

Is there a direct bus between Swansea and Pontypridd?

No, there is no direct bus from Swansea station to Pontypridd. However, there are services departing from Swansea City Bus Station and arriving at Catherine Street E1 via Greyfriars Road GF. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 26m.

Is there a direct train between Swansea and Pontypridd?

No, there is no direct train from Swansea to Pontypridd. However, there are services departing from Swansea and arriving at Pontypridd via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 48m.

How far is it from Swansea to Pontypridd?

The distance between Swansea and Pontypridd is 58 miles. The road distance is 35.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Swansea to Pontypridd without a car is to train which takes 1h 48m and costs £23 - £50.

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

It takes approximately 1h 48m to get from Swansea to Pontypridd, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swansea to Pontypridd bus from?

Swansea to Pontypridd bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Swansea City Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Swansea to Pontypridd train from?

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

Train or bus from Swansea to Pontypridd?

The best way to get from Swansea to Pontypridd is to train which takes 1h 48m and costs £23 - £50. Alternatively, you can bus and line 132 bus, which costs £10 - £18 and takes 2h 26m.

Where does the Swansea to Pontypridd bus arrive?

Swansea to Pontypridd bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Cardiff North Road station.

Where does the Swansea to Pontypridd train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Swansea to Pontypridd?

Yes, the driving distance between Swansea to Pontypridd is 36 miles. It takes approximately 57 min to drive from Swansea to Pontypridd.

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

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Where can I stay near Pontypridd?

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Swansea to Pontypridd - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, line 132 bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Swansea to Cardiff Centraltrain Swansea - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Pontypriddtrain Cardiff Central - Treherbert / ...
1h 48m
£23–46
Drive 35.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Swansea to Pontypriddcar 35.3 mi
57 min
£9–13
Bus, line 132 bus
1. Take the bus from Swansea City Bus Station to Cardiff North Roadbus Uk940 / ...
2. Take the bus from Greyfriars Road GF to Catherine Street E1bus 132
2h 26m
£10–17
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Swansea to Pontypriddtaxi 35.3 mi
57 min
£150–190
Train, line 404 bus
1. Take the train from Swansea to Bridgendtrain Swansea - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the bus from Station Hill to Sardis House D3bus 404
2h 39m
£16–31
Bus, line 404 bus
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 Sardis House D3bus 404
3h 19m
£9–13

Swansea to Pontypridd by train

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Distance: 57.8 mi
Duration: 1h 48m

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

You can take a train from Swansea to Pontypridd via Cardiff Central in around 1h 48m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Swansea City Bus Station to Catherine Street E1 via Cardiff North Road and Greyfriars Road GF in around 2h 26m.

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