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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Pontlottyn is to drive which costs £5 - £9 and takes 40 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Pontlottyn is to drive which takes 40 min and costs £5 - £9.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Pontlottyn?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Pontlottyn. However, there are services departing from Greyfriars Road Stop GJ and arriving at The Square via Merthyr Bus Station Stand 11. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 1m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Pontlottyn?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cardiff Queen Street and arriving at Pontlottyn. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 51 min.

How far is it from Cardiff to Pontlottyn?

The distance between Cardiff and Pontlottyn is 21 miles. The road distance is 23.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Pontlottyn without a car is to train which takes 51 min and costs £8 - £12.

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

The train from Cardiff Queen Street to Pontlottyn takes 51 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Pontlottyn bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Pontlottyn train from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Pontlottyn?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Pontlottyn is to train which takes 51 min and costs £8 - £12. Alternatively, you can bus and line 53 bus, which costs £11 - £17 and takes 2h 1m.

Where does the Cardiff to Pontlottyn bus arrive?

Cardiff to Pontlottyn bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, arrive at Merthyr Bus Station Stand 1.

Where does the Cardiff to Pontlottyn train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Pontlottyn?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Pontlottyn is 23 miles. It takes approximately 40 min to drive from Cardiff to Pontlottyn.

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

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Where can I stay near Pontlottyn?

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Cardiff to Pontlottyn - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 53 bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Queen Street to Pontlottyntrain Bridgend - Rhymney / ...
51 min
£8–12
Drive 23.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cardiff to Pontlottyncar 23.3 mi
40 min
£6–9
Bus, line 53 bus
1. Take the bus from Greyfriars Road Stop GJ to Merthyr Bus Station Stand 1bus X4
2. Take the bus from Merthyr Bus Station Stand 11 to The Squarebus 53 / ...
2h 1m
£11–17
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Cardiff to Pontlottyntaxi 23.3 mi
40 min
£50–65

Cardiff to Pontlottyn by train

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Distance: 21.4 mi
Duration: 51 min

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

Transport for Wales operates a train from Cardiff Queen Street to Pontlottyn hourly. Tickets cost £8–12 and the journey takes 51 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Greyfriars Road Stop GJ to The Square via Merthyr Bus Station Stand 1 and Merthyr Bus Station Stand 11 in around 2h 1m.

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