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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff Castle to Pontypridd is to drive which costs £2 - £5 and takes 18 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff Castle to Pontypridd is to taxi which takes 18 min and costs £28 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff Castle and Pontypridd?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Corbett Road and arriving at Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 5 station. Services depart hourly, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 28 min.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff Castle and Pontypridd?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cathays and arriving at Pontypridd. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 25 min.

How far is it from Cardiff Castle to Pontypridd?

The distance between Cardiff Castle and Pontypridd is 12 miles. The road distance is 11.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff Castle to Pontypridd without a car is to bus via Corbett Road which takes 34 min and costs £4 - £6.

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

The bus from Corbett Road to Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 5 takes 28 min including transfers and departs hourly.

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

Cardiff Castle to Pontypridd bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, depart from Corbett Road station.

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

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

Train or bus from Cardiff Castle to Pontypridd?

The best way to get from Cardiff Castle to Pontypridd is to bus via Corbett Road which takes 34 min and costs £4 - £6. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £3 - £7 and takes 37 min.

Where does the Cardiff Castle to Pontypridd bus arrive?

Cardiff Castle to Pontypridd bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, arrive at Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 5.

Where does the Cardiff Castle to Pontypridd train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff Castle to Pontypridd?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff Castle to Pontypridd is 12 miles. It takes approximately 18 min to drive from Cardiff Castle to Pontypridd.

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

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Where can I stay near Pontypridd?

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Cardiff Castle to Pontypridd - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Cardiff Castle to Pontypridd by bus, train, taxi, or car

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Bus via Corbett Road
best
1. Take the bus from Corbett Road to Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 5X4
34 min
£4–6
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Cathays to PontypriddPontypridd - Aberdare / ...
37 min
£3–7
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Cardiff Castle to Pontypridd11.7 mi
18 min
£28–35
Drive 11.7 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff Castle to Pontypridd11.7 mi
18 min
£3–5
Bus
1. Take the bus from Greyfriars Road Stop GJ to Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 5X4
36 min
£4–7

Cardiff Castle to Pontypridd by foot and bus

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Distance: 11.8 mi
Duration: 34 min

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

Stagecoach South Wales operates a bus from Corbett Road to Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 5 hourly. Tickets cost £4–6 and the journey takes 28 min. Alternatively, Transport for Wales operates a train from Cathays to Pontypridd every 15 minutes. Tickets cost £3–7 and the journey takes 25 min.

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