What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Pontypridd?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Pontypridd is to drive which costs £4 - £7 and takes 36 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Pontypridd?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Pontypridd is to taxi which takes 36 min and costs £35 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff Airport (CWL) and Pontypridd?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Pontypridd station. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Airport and arriving at Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 5 via Greyfriars Road Stop GJ. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 39m.

How far is it from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Pontypridd?

The distance between Cardiff Airport (CWL) and Pontypridd is 27 miles. The road distance is 17.9 miles.

How do I travel from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Pontypridd without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Pontypridd without a car is to line 304 bus and train via Barry Hotel which takes 1h 38m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Pontypridd?

It takes approximately 1h 38m to get from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Pontypridd, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Pontypridd bus from?

Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Pontypridd bus services, operated by First South & West Wales, depart from Cardiff Airport station.

Where does the Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Pontypridd bus arrive?

Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Pontypridd bus services, operated by First South & West Wales, arrive at Customhouse Street JW station.

Can I drive from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Pontypridd?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Pontypridd is 18 miles. It takes approximately 36 min to drive from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Pontypridd.

Where can I stay near Pontypridd?

There are 1705+ hotels available in Pontypridd.

Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Pontypridd - 6 ways to travel via train

There are 6 ways to get from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Pontypridd by bus, train, taxi, car, or towncar

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Line 304 bus, train via Barry Hotel
best
1. Take the bus from Cardiff Airport to Barry Hotel304
2. Take the train from Barry to Cardiff Central
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Pontypridd
1h 38m
Drive 17.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Pontypridd17.8 mi
36 min
£5–7
Line 304 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Cardiff Airport to Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 1304
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to PontypriddCardiff Central - Treherbert / ...
2h 2m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Pontypridd17.8 mi
36 min
£35–50
Towncar
1. Take a town car from Cardiff Airport to Pontypridd17.8 mi
36 min
Line 304 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Cardiff Airport to Customhouse Street JW304
2. Take the bus from Greyfriars Road Stop GJ to Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 5X4
2h 39m

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Distance: 26.4 mi
Duration: 1h 38m

What companies run services between Cardiff Airport (CWL), Wales and Pontypridd, Wales?

You can take a bus from Cardiff Airport to Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 5 via Customhouse Street JW and Greyfriars Road Stop GJ in around 2h 39m.

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