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

The cheapest way to get from Aberdare to Pontypridd is to drive which costs £3 - £5 and takes 18 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Aberdare to Pontypridd is to taxi which takes 18 min and costs £27 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Aberdare and Pontypridd?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Aberdare Bus Station Stand 1 station and arriving at Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 2 station. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 51 min.

Is there a direct train between Aberdare and Pontypridd?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Aberdare and arriving at Pontypridd. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 25 min.

How far is it from Aberdare to Pontypridd?

The distance between Aberdare and Pontypridd is 11 miles. The road distance is 12.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Aberdare to Pontypridd without a car is to train which takes 25 min and costs £4 - £6.

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

The train from Aberdare to Pontypridd takes 25 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Aberdare to Pontypridd bus from?

Aberdare to Pontypridd bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, depart from Aberdare Bus Station Stand 1.

Where do I catch the Aberdare to Pontypridd train from?

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

Train or bus from Aberdare to Pontypridd?

The best way to get from Aberdare to Pontypridd is to train which takes 25 min and costs £4 - £6. Alternatively, you can line 61 bus, which costs £4 - £7 and takes 51 min.

Where does the Aberdare to Pontypridd bus arrive?

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

Where does the Aberdare to Pontypridd train arrive?

Aberdare to Pontypridd train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Pontypridd station.

Can I drive from Aberdare to Pontypridd?

Yes, the driving distance between Aberdare to Pontypridd is 12 miles. It takes approximately 18 min to drive from Aberdare to Pontypridd.

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

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Where can I stay near Pontypridd?

There are 1717+ hotels available in Pontypridd.

Aberdare to Pontypridd - 4 ways to travel via train, line 61 bus, taxi, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Aberdare to Pontypridd by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Aberdare to PontypriddAberdare - Merthyr Tydfil / ...
25 min
£4–6
Drive 12.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Aberdare to Pontypridd12.1 mi
18 min
£3–5
Line 61 bus
1. Take the bus from Aberdare Bus Station Stand 1 to Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 261 / ...
51 min
£4–7
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Aberdare to Pontypridd12.1 mi
18 min
£27–35

Aberdare to Pontypridd by train

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Distance: 10.7 mi
Duration: 25 min

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

Transport for Wales operates a train from Aberdare to Pontypridd hourly. Tickets cost £4–6 and the journey takes 25 min. Alternatively, Stagecoach South Wales operates a bus from Aberdare Bus Station Stand 1 to Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 2 every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £4–7 and the journey takes 51 min.

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