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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff Bay to Pontypridd is to drive which costs £3 - £5 and takes 24 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff Bay to Pontypridd is to taxi which takes 24 min and costs £30 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff Bay and Pontypridd?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff Bay to Pontypridd. However, there are services departing from The Flourish and arriving at Catherine Street E1 via Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 4 and Hollybush Inn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff Bay and Pontypridd?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cardiff Bay and arriving at Pontypridd. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 32 min.

How far is it from Cardiff Bay to Pontypridd?

The distance between Cardiff Bay and Pontypridd is 13 miles. The road distance is 13.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff Bay to Pontypridd without a car is to train which takes 32 min and costs £4 - £9.

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

The train from Cardiff Bay to Pontypridd takes 32 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Cardiff Bay to Pontypridd bus from?

Cardiff Bay to Pontypridd bus services, operated by Cardiff Bus, depart from Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 4 station.

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

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

Train or bus from Cardiff Bay to Pontypridd?

The best way to get from Cardiff Bay to Pontypridd is to train which takes 32 min and costs £4 - £9. Alternatively, you can line 23 bus and line 132 bus, which costs £8 - £13 and takes 1h 35m.

Where does the Cardiff Bay to Pontypridd bus arrive?

Cardiff Bay to Pontypridd bus services, operated by Cardiff Bus, arrive at Hollybush Inn station.

Where does the Cardiff Bay to Pontypridd train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff Bay to Pontypridd?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff Bay to Pontypridd is 14 miles. It takes approximately 24 min to drive from Cardiff Bay to Pontypridd.

How do I get a train ticket from Cardiff Bay to Pontypridd?

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Where can I stay near Pontypridd?

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Cardiff Bay to Pontypridd - 4 ways to travel via train, and line 23 bus

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

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Train
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1. Take the train from Cardiff Bay to Pontypriddtrain Cardiff Bay - Pontypridd
32 min
£4–9
Line 23 bus, line 132 bus
1. Take the bus from Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 4 to Hollybush Innbus 23 / ...
2. Take the bus from Hollybush Inn to Catherine Street E1bus 132
1h 35m
£9–13
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Cardiff Bay to Pontypriddtaxi 13.8 mi
24 min
£30–40
Drive 13.8 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff Bay to Pontypriddcar 13.8 mi
24 min
£4–5

Cardiff Bay to Pontypridd by train

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Distance: 12.8 mi
Duration: 32 min

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

Transport for Wales operates a train from Cardiff Bay to Pontypridd hourly. Tickets cost £4–9 and the journey takes 32 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Flourish to Catherine Street E1 via Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 4 and Hollybush Inn in around 1h 35m.

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