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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Fforest is to bus and line 16 bus via Cardiff North Road which costs £7 - £10 and takes 2h 58m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Fforest is to drive which takes 56 min and costs £12 - £18.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Fforest?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Fforest station. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Pontardulais Bus Station Stand 1 via Swansea Bus Station Stand S. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 53m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Fforest?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Pontarddulais. Services depart four times a week, and operate Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. The journey takes approximately 1h 37m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Fforest?

The distance between Cardiff and Fforest is 64 miles. The road distance is 50.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Fforest without a car is to train which takes 1h 37m and costs £24 - £45.

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

The train from Cardiff Central to Pontarddulais takes 1h 37m including transfers and departs four times a week.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Fforest bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Fforest train from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Fforest?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Fforest is to train which takes 1h 37m and costs £24 - £45. Alternatively, you can bus and line 16 bus, which costs £11 - £22 and takes 2h 53m.

Where does the Cardiff to Fforest bus arrive?

Cardiff to Fforest bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Swansea Bus Station Stand B.

Where does the Cardiff to Fforest train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Fforest?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Fforest is 50 miles. It takes approximately 56 min to drive from Cardiff to Fforest.

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

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Where can I stay near Fforest?

There are 1023+ hotels available in Fforest.

Cardiff to Fforest - 5 ways to travel via train, line 16 bus, car, and bus

There are 5 ways to get from Cardiff to Fforest by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Pontarddulaistrain Cardiff Central - Shrewsbury
1h 37m
£24–45
Bus, line 16 bus via Cardiff North Road
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to Swansea City Bus Stationbus Uk940 / ...
2. Take the bus from Swansea Bus Station Stand S to Pontardulais Bus Station Stand 1bus 16
2h 58m
£7–10
Train, line 16 bus
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Swanseatrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
2. Take the bus from Swansea station to Pontardulais Bus Station Stand 1bus 16
2h 39m
£20–41
Drive 50 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Fforestcar 50 mi
56 min
£13–18
Bus, line 16 bus
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Swansea Bus Station Stand Bbus 201 / ...
2. Take the bus from Swansea Bus Station Stand S to Pontardulais Bus Station Stand 1bus 16
2h 53m
£11–22

Cardiff to Fforest by train

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1h 37mAverage Duration

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Distance: 63.4 mi
Duration: 1h 37m

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

Transport for Wales operates a train from Cardiff Central to Pontarddulais 4 times a week. Tickets cost £24–45 and the journey takes 1h 37m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Pontardulais Bus Station Stand 1 via Swansea Bus Station Stand B and Swansea Bus Station Stand S in around 2h 53m.

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