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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Bargoed is to drive which costs £4 - £7 and takes 29 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Bargoed is to taxi which takes 29 min and costs £40 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Bargoed?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Bargoed. However, there are services departing from Greyfriars Road Stop GJ and arriving at Royal Square via Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 6. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 42m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Bargoed?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cardiff Queen Street and arriving at Bargoed. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 39 min.

How far is it from Cardiff to Bargoed?

The distance between Cardiff and Bargoed is 17 miles. The road distance is 18.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Bargoed without a car is to train which takes 39 min and costs £6 - £10.

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

The train from Cardiff Queen Street to Bargoed takes 39 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Bargoed bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Bargoed train from?

Cardiff to Bargoed train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Cardiff Queen Street station.

Train or bus from Cardiff to Bargoed?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Bargoed is to train which takes 39 min and costs £6 - £10. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 1h 42m.

Where does the Cardiff to Bargoed bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cardiff to Bargoed train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Bargoed?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Bargoed is 18 miles. It takes approximately 29 min to drive from Cardiff to Bargoed.

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

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Where can I stay near Bargoed?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Queen Street to BargoedBridgend - Rhymney / ...
39 min
£6–10
Drive 18.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cardiff to Bargoed18.2 mi
29 min
£5–7
Bus
1. Take the bus from Greyfriars Road Stop GJ to Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 5X4
2. Take the bus from Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 6 to Royal SquareX38
1h 42m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Cardiff to Bargoed18.2 mi
29 min
£40–50

Cardiff to Bargoed by train

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Distance: 16.7 mi
Duration: 39 min

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

Transport for Wales operates a train from Cardiff Queen Street to Bargoed every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £6–10 and the journey takes 39 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Greyfriars Road Stop GJ to Royal Square via Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 6 in around 1h 42m.

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