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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Pontrobert is to drive which costs £26 - £40 and takes 2h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Pontrobert is to drive which takes 2h 37m and costs £26 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Pontrobert?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Pontrobert. However, there are services departing from Greyfriars Road Stop GJ and arriving at Post Office via Merthyr Bus Station Stand 2, Newtown Bus Station Stand 1 and Welshpool Bus Station Stand C. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 24m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Pontrobert?

The distance between Cardiff and Pontrobert is 142 miles. The road distance is 108.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Pontrobert without a car is to train which takes 5h and costs £40 - £95.

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

It takes approximately 5h to get from Cardiff to Pontrobert, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Pontrobert bus from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Pontrobert?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Pontrobert is to train which takes 5h and costs £40 - £95. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 7h 24m.

Where does the Cardiff to Pontrobert bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Pontrobert?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Pontrobert is 108 miles. It takes approximately 2h 37m to drive from Cardiff to Pontrobert.

Where can I stay near Pontrobert?

There are 464+ hotels available in Pontrobert.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Cardiff to Pontrobert by train, bus, 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 Central to ShrewsburyCardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
5h
£43–91
Drive 107.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cardiff to Pontrobert107.5 mi
2h 37m
£27–38
Bus
1. Take the bus from Greyfriars Road Stop GJ to Merthyr Bus Station Stand 1X4
2. Take the bus from Merthyr Bus Station Stand 2 to Newtown Bus Station Stand 2T4
3. Take the bus from Newtown Bus Station Stand 1 to Welshpool Bus Station Stand BX76 / ...
4. Take the bus from Welshpool Bus Station Stand C to Post Office76A
7h 24m
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to ShrewsburyCardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus StationX5
5h 26m
£41–84

Cardiff to Pontrobert by train, foot, and bus

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5hAverage Duration

£43Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Cardiff to Pontrobert.

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Distance: 141.4 mi
Duration: 5h

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

Transport for Wales operates a train from Cardiff Central to Shrewsbury hourly. Tickets cost £35–85 and the journey takes 1h 59m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Greyfriars Road Stop GJ to Post Office via Merthyr Bus Station Stand 2, Newtown Bus Station Stand 1, and Welshpool Bus Station Stand C in around 7h 24m.

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