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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Coelbren is to drive which costs £9 - £14 and takes 55 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Coelbren is to drive which takes 55 min and costs £9 - £14.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Coelbren?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Coelbren. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Moriah Chapel via Bay Campus and Neath Bus Station 9. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 34m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Coelbren?

The distance between Cardiff and Coelbren is 53 miles. The road distance is 38.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Coelbren without a car is to train and bus which takes 1h 45m and costs £15 - £35.

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

It takes approximately 1h 45m to get from Cardiff to Coelbren, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Coelbren bus from?

Cardiff to Coelbren bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sophia Gardens station.

Where does the Cardiff to Coelbren bus arrive?

Cardiff to Coelbren bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bay Campus station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Coelbren?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Coelbren is 38 miles. It takes approximately 55 min to drive from Cardiff to Coelbren.

Where can I stay near Coelbren?

There are 909+ hotels available in Coelbren.

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

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

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Neathtrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
2. Take the bus from Neath Bus Station 9 to Moriah Chapelbus X8
1h 45m
£16–31
Drive 37.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cardiff to Coelbrencar 37.9 mi
55 min
£10–14
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Cardiff to Coelbrentaxi 37.9 mi
55 min
£140–170
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Bay Campusbus 201 / ...
2. Take the bus from Neath Bus Station 9 to Moriah Chapelbus X8
2h 34m
£12–16

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Distance: 52.6 mi
Duration: 1h 45m

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

You can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Moriah Chapel via Bay Campus and Neath Bus Station 9 in around 2h 34m.

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