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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Gilfach is to drive which costs £4 - £7 and takes 28 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Gilfach is to taxi which takes 28 min and costs £40 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Gilfach?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Gilfach. However, there are services departing from Greyfriars Road Stop GJ and arriving at The Gwerthonor via Caerphilly Interchange Stand 9. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 39m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Gilfach?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cardiff Queen Street and arriving at Pengam. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 34 min.

How far is it from Cardiff to Gilfach?

The distance between Cardiff and Gilfach is 15 miles. The road distance is 17.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Gilfach without a car is to train which takes 34 min and costs £5 - £6.

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

The train from Cardiff Queen Street to Pengam takes 34 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Gilfach bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Gilfach train from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Gilfach?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Gilfach is to train which takes 34 min and costs £5 - £6. Alternatively, you can line 26 bus and bus, which costs £7 - £12 and takes 1h 39m.

Where does the Cardiff to Gilfach bus arrive?

Cardiff to Gilfach bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, arrive at Caerphilly Interchange Stand 9 station.

Where does the Cardiff to Gilfach train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Gilfach?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Gilfach is 17 miles. It takes approximately 28 min to drive from Cardiff to Gilfach.

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

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Where can I stay near Gilfach?

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Cardiff to Gilfach - 4 ways to travel via train, line 26 bus, bus, taxi

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Queen Street to PengamCardiff Central - Rhymney / ...
34 min
£5–6
Line 26 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Greyfriars Road Stop GJ to Caerphilly Interchange Stand 926
2. Take the bus from Caerphilly Interchange Stand 9 to The GwerthonorC9 / ...
1h 39m
£7–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Cardiff to Gilfach17.3 mi
28 min
£40–50
Drive 17.3 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Gilfach17.3 mi
28 min
£5–7

Cardiff to Gilfach by train

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Distance: 15 mi
Duration: 34 min

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Gilfach, Caerphilly, Wales?

Transport for Wales operates a train from Cardiff Queen Street to Pengam every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £5–6 and the journey takes 34 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Greyfriars Road Stop GJ to The Gwerthonor via Caerphilly Interchange Stand 9 in around 1h 39m.

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