What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Abercynon?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Abercynon is to drive which costs £3 - £6 and takes 24 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff to Abercynon?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Abercynon is to taxi which takes 24 min and costs £35 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Abercynon?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Abercynon station. However, there are services departing from Greyfriars Road Stop GJ and arriving at Station Road via Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 47 min.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Abercynon?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Abercynon. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 39 min.

How far is it from Cardiff to Abercynon?

The distance between Cardiff and Abercynon is 16 miles. The road distance is 15.6 miles.

How do I travel from Cardiff to Abercynon without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Abercynon without a car is to train which takes 39 min and costs £3 - £6.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff to Abercynon?

The train from Cardiff Central to Abercynon takes 39 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Abercynon bus from?

Cardiff to Abercynon bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, depart from Greyfriars Road Stop GJ station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Abercynon train from?

Cardiff to Abercynon train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Cardiff to Abercynon?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Abercynon is to train which takes 39 min and costs £3 - £6. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £6 - £11 and takes 47 min.

Where does the Cardiff to Abercynon bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cardiff to Abercynon train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Abercynon?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Abercynon is 16 miles. It takes approximately 24 min to drive from Cardiff to Abercynon.

How do I get a train ticket from Cardiff to Abercynon?

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Where can I stay near Abercynon?

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Cardiff to Abercynon - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi, and car

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

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Train
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1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to AbercynonMerthyr Tydfil - Aberdare / ...
39 min
£3–6
Bus
1. Take the bus from Greyfriars Road Stop GJ to Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 5X4
47 min
£6–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Cardiff to Abercynon15.5 mi
24 min
£35–45
Drive 15.5 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Abercynon15.5 mi
24 min
£4–6

Cardiff to Abercynon by train

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Distance: 15.5 mi
Duration: 39 min

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Abercynon, Wales?

Transport for Wales operates a train from Cardiff Central to Abercynon every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £3–6 and the journey takes 39 min. Alternatively, Stagecoach South Wales operates a bus from Greyfriars Road Stop GJ to Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 5 hourly. Tickets cost £4–7 and the journey takes 30 min.

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