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

The cheapest way to get from Bridgend to Rhondda is to drive which costs £4 - £7 and takes 39 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Bridgend to Rhondda is to taxi which takes 39 min and costs £40 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Bridgend and Rhondda?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Bridgend Bus Station Stand 7 station and arriving at Bungalows. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 3m.

Is there a direct train between Bridgend and Rhondda?

No, there is no direct train from Bridgend to Rhondda. However, there are services departing from Bridgend and arriving at Ystrad Rhondda via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 44m.

How far is it from Bridgend to Rhondda?

The distance between Bridgend and Rhondda is 16 miles. The road distance is 18 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bridgend to Rhondda without a car is to line 172 bus which takes 1h 3m and costs £5 - £8.

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

The line 172 bus from Bridgend Bus Station Stand 7 to Bungalows takes 1h 3m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Bridgend to Rhondda bus from?

Bridgend to Rhondda bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, depart from Bridgend Bus Station Stand 7.

Where do I catch the Bridgend to Rhondda train from?

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

Train or bus from Bridgend to Rhondda?

The best way to get from Bridgend to Rhondda is to line 172 bus which takes 1h 3m and costs £5 - £8. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £12 - £21 and takes 1h 44m.

Where does the Bridgend to Rhondda bus arrive?

Bridgend to Rhondda bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, arrive at Bungalows station.

Where does the Bridgend to Rhondda train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Bridgend to Rhondda?

Yes, the driving distance between Bridgend to Rhondda is 18 miles. It takes approximately 39 min to drive from Bridgend to Rhondda.

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

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Bridgend to Rhondda - 4 ways to travel via train, line 172 bus, taxi, and car

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

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Line 172 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Bridgend Bus Station Stand 7 to Bungalows172
1h 3m
£5–8
Train
1. Take the train from Bridgend to Cardiff CentralMaesteg - Ebbw Vale Town / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Ystrad RhonddaCardiff Central - Treherbert
1h 44m
£13–21
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Bridgend to Rhondda17.9 mi
39 min
£40–50
Drive 17.9 mi
1. Drive from Bridgend to Rhondda17.9 mi
39 min
£5–7

Bridgend to Rhondda by bus

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1h 3mAverage Duration

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Distance: 16.3 mi
Duration: 1h 3m

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

Stagecoach South Wales operates a bus from Bridgend Bus Station Stand 7 to Bungalows hourly. Tickets cost £5–8 and the journey takes 1h 3m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Bridgend to Ystrad Rhondda via Cardiff Central in around 1h 44m.

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