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

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

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

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

Is there a direct train between Cardiff Airport and Pontypridd?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff Airport to Pontypridd. However, there are services departing from Rhoose and arriving at Pontypridd via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 55m.

How far is it from Cardiff Airport to Pontypridd?

The distance between Cardiff Airport and Pontypridd is 26 miles. The road distance is 17.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff Airport to Pontypridd without a car is to train which takes 1h 55m and costs £8 - £12.

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

It takes approximately 1h 55m to get from Cardiff Airport to Pontypridd, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff Airport to Pontypridd train from?

Cardiff Airport to Pontypridd train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Rhoose station.

Where does the Cardiff Airport to Pontypridd train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff Airport to Pontypridd?

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

Where can I stay near Pontypridd?

There are 1707+ hotels available in Pontypridd.

Cardiff Airport to Pontypridd - 5 ways to travel via train, and line 304 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Cardiff Airport to Pontypridd by train, bus, 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.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Rhoose to Cardiff CentralBridgend - Rhymney / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to PontypriddCardiff Central - Treherbert / ...
1h 55m
£9–12
Drive 17.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cardiff Airport 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 1m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Cardiff Airport to Pontypridd17.8 mi
36 min
£35–50
Towncar
1. Take a town car from Cardiff Airport to Pontypridd17.8 mi
36 min

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Cardiff Airport to Pontypridd.

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Distance: 25.9 mi
Duration: 1h 55m

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

You can take a vehicle from Cardiff Airport to Pontypridd via Rhoose and Cardiff Central in around 1h 55m.

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