What is the cheapest way to get from Abercynon to Cardiff?

The cheapest way to get from Abercynon to Cardiff is to drive which costs £3 - £6 and takes 24 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Abercynon to Cardiff?

The fastest way to get from Abercynon to Cardiff is to taxi which takes 24 min and costs £35 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Abercynon and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Abercynon to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Clock and arriving at Greyfriars Road GF via Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 8. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Abercynon and Cardiff?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Abercynon and arriving at Cardiff Central. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 42 min.

How far is it from Abercynon to Cardiff?

The distance between Abercynon and Cardiff is 16 miles. The road distance is 16.1 miles.

How do I travel from Abercynon to Cardiff without a car?

The best way to get from Abercynon to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 42 min and costs £3 - £7.

How long does it take to get from Abercynon to Cardiff?

The train from Abercynon to Cardiff Central takes 42 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

Where do I catch the Abercynon to Cardiff bus from?

Abercynon to Cardiff bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, depart from Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 8.

Where do I catch the Abercynon to Cardiff train from?

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

Train or bus from Abercynon to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Abercynon to Cardiff is to train which takes 42 min and costs £3 - £7. Alternatively, you can line 132 bus, which costs £7 - £13 and takes 1h 15m.

Where does the Abercynon to Cardiff bus arrive?

Abercynon to Cardiff bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, arrive at Greyfriars Road GF station.

Where does the Abercynon to Cardiff train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Abercynon to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Abercynon to Cardiff is 16 miles. It takes approximately 24 min to drive from Abercynon to Cardiff.

How do I get a train ticket from Abercynon to Cardiff?

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Abercynon to Cardiff - 4 ways to travel via train, line 132 bus, taxi, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Abercynon to Cardiff CentralMerthyr Tydfil - Aberdare / ...
42 min
£3–7
Line 132 bus
1. Take the bus from Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 8 to Greyfriars Road GF132 / ...
1h 15m
£8–13
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Abercynon to Cardiff16 mi
24 min
£35–45
Drive 16 mi
1. Drive from Abercynon to Cardiff16 mi
24 min
£4–6

Abercynon to Cardiff by train

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Distance: 15.7 mi
Duration: 42 min

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

Transport for Wales operates a train from Abercynon to Cardiff Central every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £3–7 and the journey takes 42 min. Alternatively, Stagecoach South Wales operates a bus from Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 8 to Greyfriars Road GF every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £5–9 and the journey takes 55 min.

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