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

The cheapest way to get from Swansea to Tonypandy is to bus and line 172 bus which costs £8 - £10 and takes 2h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Swansea to Tonypandy is to drive which takes 48 min and costs £8 - £12.

Is there a direct bus between Swansea and Tonypandy?

No, there is no direct bus from Swansea to Tonypandy. However, there are services departing from Sainsbury's Quay Parade and arriving at Steps via Bridgend Bus Station Stand 7. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 42m.

Is there a direct train between Swansea and Tonypandy?

No, there is no direct train from Swansea to Tonypandy. However, there are services departing from Swansea and arriving at Tonypandy via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 20m.

How far is it from Swansea to Tonypandy?

The distance between Swansea and Tonypandy is 40 miles. The road distance is 33.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Swansea to Tonypandy without a car is to train and line 172 bus which takes 2h 3m and costs £15 - £28.

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

It takes approximately 2h 3m to get from Swansea to Tonypandy, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swansea to Tonypandy bus from?

Swansea to Tonypandy bus services, operated by First South & West Wales, depart from Sainsbury's Quay Parade station.

Where do I catch the Swansea to Tonypandy train from?

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

Train or bus from Swansea to Tonypandy?

The best way to get from Swansea to Tonypandy is to train which takes 2h 20m and costs £25 - £50. Alternatively, you can bus and line 172 bus, which costs £8 - £10 and takes 2h 42m.

Where does the Swansea to Tonypandy bus arrive?

Swansea to Tonypandy bus services, operated by First South & West Wales, arrive at Bridgend Bus Station Stand 1.

Where does the Swansea to Tonypandy train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Swansea to Tonypandy?

Yes, the driving distance between Swansea to Tonypandy is 34 miles. It takes approximately 48 min to drive from Swansea to Tonypandy.

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

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Where can I stay near Tonypandy?

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Swansea to Tonypandy - 5 ways to travel via train, line 172 bus, car, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Swansea to Tonypandy by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train, line 172 bus
best
1. Take the train from Swansea to Bridgendtrain Swansea - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the bus from Bridgend Bus Station Stand 7 to Stepsbus 172
2h 3m
£15–28
Bus, line 172 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 7 to Stepsbus 172
2h 42m
£8–10
Train
1. Take the train from Swansea to Cardiff Centraltrain Swansea - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Tonypandytrain Cardiff Central - Treherbert
2h 20m
£25–50
Drive 33.7 mi
1. Drive from Swansea to Tonypandycar 33.7 mi
48 min
£9–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Swansea to Tonypandytaxi 33.7 mi
48 min
£80–95

Swansea to Tonypandy by train and bus

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2h 3mAverage Duration

£15Cheapest Price

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Distance: 39.9 mi
Duration: 2h 3m

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

You can take a train from Swansea to Tonypandy via Cardiff Central in around 2h 20m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sainsbury's Quay Parade to Steps via Bridgend Bus Station Stand 7 in around 2h 42m.

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