What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Ebbw Vale?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Ebbw Vale is to train which costs £5 - £6 and takes 55 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff to Ebbw Vale?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Ebbw Vale is to drive which takes 43 min and costs £7 - £11.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Ebbw Vale?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Ebbw Vale station. However, there are services departing from Greyfriars Road Stop GJ and arriving at Ebbw Vale Bus Station Stand 3 via Merthyr Bus Station Stand 8. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 9m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Ebbw Vale?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Ebbw Vale Town. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 55 min.

How far is it from Cardiff to Ebbw Vale?

The distance between Cardiff and Ebbw Vale is 29 miles. The road distance is 29 miles.

How do I travel from Cardiff to Ebbw Vale without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Ebbw Vale without a car is to train which takes 55 min and costs £5 - £6.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff to Ebbw Vale?

The train from Cardiff Central to Ebbw Vale Town takes 55 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Ebbw Vale bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Ebbw Vale train from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Ebbw Vale?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Ebbw Vale is to train which takes 55 min and costs £5 - £6. Alternatively, you can bus and line 76 bus, which costs £11 - £17 and takes 2h 9m.

Where does the Cardiff to Ebbw Vale bus arrive?

Cardiff to Ebbw Vale bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, arrive at Merthyr Bus Station Stand 1.

Where does the Cardiff to Ebbw Vale train arrive?

Cardiff to Ebbw Vale train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Ebbw Vale Town station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Ebbw Vale?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Ebbw Vale is 29 miles. It takes approximately 43 min to drive from Cardiff to Ebbw Vale.

How do I get a train ticket from Cardiff to Ebbw Vale?

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Where can I stay near Ebbw Vale?

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Cardiff to Ebbw Vale - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 76 bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Ebbw Vale Towntrain Maesteg - Ebbw Vale Town / ...
55 min
£5–6
Bus, line 76 bus
1. Take the bus from Greyfriars Road Stop GJ to Merthyr Bus Station Stand 1bus X4
2. Take the bus from Merthyr Bus Station Stand 8 to Ebbw Vale Bus Station Stand 3bus 76
2h 9m
£11–17
Drive 28.8 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Ebbw Valecar 28.8 mi
43 min
£7–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Cardiff to Ebbw Valetaxi 28.8 mi
43 min
£60–80

Cardiff to Ebbw Vale by train

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Distance: 29.3 mi
Duration: 55 min

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Ebbw Vale, Wales?

Transport for Wales operates a train from Cardiff Central to Ebbw Vale Town hourly. Tickets cost £5–6 and the journey takes 55 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Greyfriars Road Stop GJ to Ebbw Vale Bus Station Stand 3 via Merthyr Bus Station Stand 8 in around 2h 9m.

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