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

The cheapest way to get from Bridgend to Pontypridd is to drive which costs £4 - £7 and takes 29 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Bridgend to Pontypridd is to taxi which takes 29 min and costs £40 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Bridgend and Pontypridd?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Cheapside and arriving at Sardis House D3. Services depart hourly, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 1h 17m.

Is there a direct train between Bridgend and Pontypridd?

No, there is no direct train from Bridgend to Pontypridd. However, there are services departing from Bridgend and arriving at Pontypridd via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 5m.

How far is it from Bridgend to Pontypridd?

The distance between Bridgend and Pontypridd is 33 miles. The road distance is 18.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bridgend to Pontypridd without a car is to train which takes 1h 5m and costs £8 - £16.

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

It takes approximately 1h 5m to get from Bridgend to Pontypridd, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bridgend to Pontypridd bus from?

Bridgend to Pontypridd bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, depart from Cheapside station.

Where do I catch the Bridgend to Pontypridd train from?

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

Train or bus from Bridgend to Pontypridd?

The best way to get from Bridgend to Pontypridd is to train which takes 1h 5m and costs £8 - £16. Alternatively, you can line 404 bus, which costs £6 - £10 and takes 1h 17m.

Where does the Bridgend to Pontypridd bus arrive?

Bridgend to Pontypridd bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, arrive at Sardis House D3 station.

Where does the Bridgend to Pontypridd train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Bridgend to Pontypridd?

Yes, the driving distance between Bridgend to Pontypridd is 18 miles. It takes approximately 29 min to drive from Bridgend to Pontypridd.

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

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Where can I stay near Pontypridd?

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Bridgend to Pontypridd - 4 ways to travel via train, line 404 bus, taxi

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bridgend to Cardiff CentralMaesteg - Ebbw Vale Town / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to PontypriddCardiff Central - Treherbert / ...
1h 5m
£9–16
Drive 18.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Bridgend to Pontypridd18.1 mi
29 min
£5–7
Line 404 bus
1. Take the bus from Cheapside to Sardis House D3404
1h 17m
£6–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Bridgend to Pontypridd18.1 mi
29 min
£40–50

Bridgend to Pontypridd by train

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Distance: 32.5 mi
Duration: 1h 5m

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

You can take a train from Bridgend to Pontypridd via Cardiff Central in around 1h 5m. Alternatively, Stagecoach South Wales operates a bus from Cheapside to Sardis House D3 hourly. Tickets cost £6–10 and the journey takes 1h 17m.

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