What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Penallta Colliery?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Penallta Colliery is to drive which costs £3 - £6 and takes 25 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff to Penallta Colliery?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Penallta Colliery is to taxi which takes 25 min and costs £35 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Penallta Colliery?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Penallta Colliery. However, there are services departing from Greyfriars Road Stop GJ and arriving at Old Colliery via Caerphilly Interchange Stand 9. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 44m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Penallta Colliery?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cardiff Queen Street and arriving at Ystrad Mynach. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 27 min.

How far is it from Cardiff to Penallta Colliery?

The distance between Cardiff and Penallta Colliery is 14 miles. The road distance is 15.7 miles.

How do I travel from Cardiff to Penallta Colliery without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Penallta Colliery without a car is to train which takes 52 min and costs £6.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff to Penallta Colliery?

The train from Cardiff Queen Street to Ystrad Mynach takes 27 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Penallta Colliery bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Penallta Colliery train from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Penallta Colliery?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Penallta Colliery is to train which takes 52 min and costs £6. Alternatively, you can line 26 bus and bus, which costs £7 - £11 and takes 1h 44m.

Where does the Cardiff to Penallta Colliery bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cardiff to Penallta Colliery train arrive?

Cardiff to Penallta Colliery train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Ystrad Mynach station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Penallta Colliery?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Penallta Colliery is 16 miles. It takes approximately 25 min to drive from Cardiff to Penallta Colliery.

Where can I stay near Penallta Colliery?

There are 1755+ hotels available in Penallta Colliery.

Cardiff to Penallta Colliery - 4 ways to travel via train, line 26 bus, and bus

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Queen Street to Ystrad MynachBridgend - Rhymney / ...
52 min
£6
Drive 15.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cardiff to Penallta Colliery15.6 mi
25 min
£4–6
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 Old CollieryC17
1h 44m
£7–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Cardiff to Penallta Colliery15.6 mi
25 min
£35–45

Cardiff to Penallta Colliery by bus and foot

178Weekly Services

1h 44mAverage Duration

£7Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Launch map view

Distance: 13.8 mi
Duration: 52 min

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Penallta Colliery, Wales?

Transport for Wales operates a train from Cardiff Queen Street to Ystrad Mynach every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £6 and the journey takes 27 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Greyfriars Road Stop GJ to Penallta Colliery via Caerphilly Interchange Stand 9 and Old Colliery in around 1h 44m.

Train operators

Bus operators

Other operators

Want to know more about travelling around United Kingdom

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.