What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff Castle to Talbot Green?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff Castle to Talbot Green is to drive which costs £3 - £5 and takes 18 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff Castle to Talbot Green?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff Castle to Talbot Green is to taxi which takes 18 min and costs £29 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff Castle and Talbot Green?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Cardiff Bridge KQ and arriving at Talbot Green Bus Station Stand C station. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 55 min.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff Castle and Talbot Green?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Pontyclun. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 11 min.

How far is it from Cardiff Castle to Talbot Green?

The distance between Cardiff Castle and Talbot Green is 12 miles. The road distance is 12.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff Castle to Talbot Green without a car is to train which takes 24 min and costs £3 - £10.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff Castle to Talbot Green?

The train from Cardiff Central to Pontyclun takes 11 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Cardiff Castle to Talbot Green bus from?

Cardiff Castle to Talbot Green bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, depart from Cardiff Bridge KQ station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff Castle to Talbot Green train from?

Cardiff Castle to Talbot Green train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Cardiff Castle to Talbot Green?

The best way to get from Cardiff Castle to Talbot Green is to train which takes 24 min and costs £3 - £10. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £4 - £7 and takes 59 min.

Where does the Cardiff Castle to Talbot Green bus arrive?

Cardiff Castle to Talbot Green bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, arrive at Talbot Green Bus Station Stand C.

Where does the Cardiff Castle to Talbot Green train arrive?

Cardiff Castle to Talbot Green train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Pontyclun station.

Can I drive from Cardiff Castle to Talbot Green?

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

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

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Where can I stay near Talbot Green?

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Cardiff Castle to Talbot Green - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Cardiff Castle to Talbot Green by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train
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1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to PontyclunCardiff Central - Milford Haven / ...
24 min
£3–10
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cardiff Bridge KQ to Talbot Green Bus Station Stand C122 / ...
59 min
£4–7
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Cardiff Castle to Talbot Green12.2 mi
18 min
£29–35
Drive 12.2 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff Castle to Talbot Green12.2 mi
18 min
£3–5

Cardiff Castle to Talbot Green by foot and train

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Distance: 11.7 mi
Duration: 24 min

What companies run services between Cardiff Castle, Wales and Talbot Green, Wales?

Transport for Wales operates a train from Cardiff Central to Pontyclun hourly. Tickets cost £3–10 and the journey takes 11 min. Alternatively, Stagecoach South Wales operates a bus from Cardiff Bridge KQ to Talbot Green Bus Station Stand C every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £4–7 and the journey takes 55 min. First South & West Wales also services this route every 3 hours.

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