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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Pontygwaith is to drive which costs £4 - £7 and takes 32 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Pontygwaith is to taxi which takes 32 min and costs £40 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Pontygwaith?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Greyfriars Road GF and arriving at Brewery Terrace. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Pontygwaith?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cardiff Queen Street and arriving at Llwynypia. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 45 min.

How far is it from Cardiff to Pontygwaith?

The distance between Cardiff and Pontygwaith is 18 miles. The road distance is 18.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Pontygwaith without a car is to train which takes 45 min and costs £7 - £10.

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

The train from Cardiff Queen Street to Llwynypia takes 45 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Pontygwaith bus from?

Cardiff to Pontygwaith bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, depart from Greyfriars Road GF station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Pontygwaith train from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Pontygwaith?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Pontygwaith is to train which takes 45 min and costs £7 - £10. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £8 - £12 and takes 1h 25m.

Where does the Cardiff to Pontygwaith bus arrive?

Cardiff to Pontygwaith bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, arrive at Brewery Terrace station.

Where does the Cardiff to Pontygwaith train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Pontygwaith?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Pontygwaith is 18 miles. It takes approximately 32 min to drive from Cardiff to Pontygwaith.

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

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Where can I stay near Pontygwaith?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Queen Street to Llwynypiatrain Cardiff Central - Treherbert
45 min
£7–10
Drive 18 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cardiff to Pontygwaithcar 18 mi
32 min
£5–7
Bus
1. Take the bus from Greyfriars Road GF to Brewery Terracebus 132
1h 25m
£8–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Cardiff to Pontygwaithtaxi 18 mi
32 min
£40–50

Cardiff to Pontygwaith by train

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Distance: 17.7 mi
Duration: 45 min

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Pontygwaith, Rhondda Cynon Taf, Wales?

Transport for Wales operates a train from Cardiff Queen Street to Llwynypia hourly. Tickets cost £7–10 and the journey takes 45 min. Alternatively, Stagecoach South Wales operates a bus from Greyfriars Road GF to Brewery Terrace every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £8–12 and the journey takes 1h 25m.

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