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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Pontardawe is to drive which costs £11 - £17 and takes 53 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Pontardawe is to drive which takes 53 min and costs £11 - £17.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Pontardawe?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Pontardawe. However, there are services departing from Cardiff North Road and arriving at Pontardawe Jubilee via Swansea Bus Station Stand K. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 45m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Pontardawe?

The distance between Cardiff and Pontardawe is 46 miles. The road distance is 46.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Pontardawe without a car is to train and bus which takes 2h 8m and costs £17 - £35.

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

It takes approximately 2h 8m to get from Cardiff to Pontardawe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Pontardawe bus from?

Cardiff to Pontardawe bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Cardiff North Road station.

Where does the Cardiff to Pontardawe bus arrive?

Cardiff to Pontardawe bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Swansea City Bus Station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Pontardawe?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Pontardawe is 47 miles. It takes approximately 53 min to drive from Cardiff to Pontardawe.

Where can I stay near Pontardawe?

There are 1090+ hotels available in Pontardawe.

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

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

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

Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Neathtrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
2. Take the bus from Neath Bus Station Stand 8 to Pontardawe Jubileebus 256
2h 8m
£18–34
Drive 46.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cardiff to Pontardawecar 46.2 mi
53 min
£12–17
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to Swansea City Bus Stationbus Uk940 / ...
2. Take the bus from Swansea Bus Station Stand K to Pontardawe Jubileebus X26
2h 45m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Cardiff to Pontardawetaxi 46.2 mi
53 min
£100–120

Cardiff to Pontardawe by train and bus

61Weekly Services

2h 8mAverage Duration

£18Cheapest Price

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Distance: 45.6 mi
Duration: 2h 8m

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

You can take a bus from Cardiff North Road to Pontardawe Jubilee via Swansea Bus Station Stand K in around 2h 45m.

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