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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Pontyclun is to drive which costs £2 - £4 and takes 23 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Pontyclun is to train which takes 12 min and costs £5 - £9.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Pontyclun?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Cardiff Bridge KQ and arriving at Cwrt Bethel. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 49 min.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Pontyclun?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Pontyclun. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 12 min.

How far is it from Cardiff to Pontyclun?

The distance between Cardiff and Pontyclun is 11 miles. The road distance is 10.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Pontyclun without a car is to train which takes 12 min and costs £5 - £9.

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

The train from Cardiff Central to Pontyclun takes 12 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Pontyclun bus from?

Cardiff to Pontyclun bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, depart from Cardiff Bridge KQ station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Pontyclun train from?

Cardiff to Pontyclun train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Cardiff to Pontyclun?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Pontyclun is to train which takes 12 min and costs £5 - £9. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £4 - £7 and takes 49 min.

Where does the Cardiff to Pontyclun bus arrive?

Cardiff to Pontyclun bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, arrive at Cwrt Bethel station.

Where does the Cardiff to Pontyclun train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Pontyclun?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Pontyclun is 11 miles. It takes approximately 23 min to drive from Cardiff to Pontyclun.

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

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Where can I stay near Pontyclun?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Pontycluntrain Newport / ...
12 min
£5–9
Drive 10.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cardiff to Pontycluncar 10.5 mi
23 min
£3–4
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cardiff Bridge KQ to Cwrt Bethelbus 122
49 min
£4–7
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Cardiff to Pontycluntaxi 10.5 mi
23 min
£25–31

Cardiff to Pontyclun by train

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Distance: 11 mi
Duration: 12 min

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

Transport for Wales operates a train from Cardiff Central to Pontyclun hourly. Tickets cost £5–9 and the journey takes 12 min. Alternatively, Stagecoach South Wales operates a bus from Cardiff Bridge KQ to Cwrt Bethel hourly. Tickets cost £4–7 and the journey takes 49 min. First South & West Wales also services this route every 3 hours.

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