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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Pontllanfraith is to drive which costs £4 - £6 and takes 28 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Pontllanfraith is to taxi which takes 28 min and costs £35 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Pontllanfraith?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Greyfriars Road Stop GJ and arriving at The Bird In Hand. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 23m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Pontllanfraith?

The distance between Cardiff and Pontllanfraith is 22 miles. The road distance is 16.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Pontllanfraith without a car is to train which takes 49 min and costs £7 - £13.

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

It takes approximately 49 min to get from Cardiff to Pontllanfraith, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Pontllanfraith bus from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Pontllanfraith?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Pontllanfraith is to train which takes 49 min and costs £7 - £13. Alternatively, you can line 26 bus, which costs £6 - £9 and takes 1h 23m.

Where does the Cardiff to Pontllanfraith bus arrive?

Cardiff to Pontllanfraith bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, arrive at The Bird In Hand station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Pontllanfraith?

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

Where can I stay near Pontllanfraith?

There are 1754+ hotels available in Pontllanfraith.

Cardiff to Pontllanfraith - 5 ways to travel via train, line 26 bus, and taxi

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to NewbridgeMaesteg - Ebbw Vale Town / ...
49 min
£8–13
Drive 16.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cardiff to Pontllanfraith16.7 mi
28 min
£5–6
Train, line 26 bus
1. Take the train from Cardiff Queen Street to CaerphillyPenarth - Caerphilly / ...
2. Take the bus from Caerphilly Interchange Stand 9 to Tredegar Junction26
1h 10m
£9–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Cardiff to Pontllanfraith16.7 mi
28 min
£35–50
Line 26 bus
1. Take the bus from Greyfriars Road Stop GJ to The Bird In Hand26
1h 23m
£6–9

Cardiff to Pontllanfraith by train and bus

120Weekly Services

49 minAverage Duration

£8Cheapest Price

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Distance: 21.9 mi
Duration: 49 min

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

Transport for Wales operates a train from Cardiff Central to Newbridge hourly. Tickets cost £5–10 and the journey takes 36 min. Alternatively, Stagecoach South Wales operates a bus from Greyfriars Road Stop GJ to The Bird In Hand hourly. Tickets cost £6–9 and the journey takes 1h 23m.

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