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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Pontypridd is to drive which costs £3 - £5 and takes 20 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Pontypridd is to taxi which takes 20 min and costs £29 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Pontypridd?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Greyfriars Road GF and arriving at Catherine Street E1. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 58 min.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Pontypridd?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Pontypridd. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 31 min.

How far is it from Cardiff to Pontypridd?

The distance between Cardiff and Pontypridd is 12 miles. The road distance is 12.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Pontypridd without a car is to train which takes 31 min and costs £3 - £6.

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

The train from Cardiff Central to Pontypridd takes 31 min including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Pontypridd bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Pontypridd train from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Pontypridd?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Pontypridd is to train which takes 31 min and costs £3 - £6. Alternatively, you can line 132 bus, which costs £6 - £10 and takes 58 min.

Where does the Cardiff to Pontypridd bus arrive?

Cardiff to Pontypridd bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, arrive at Catherine Street E1 station.

Where does the Cardiff to Pontypridd train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Pontypridd?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Pontypridd is 12 miles. It takes approximately 20 min to drive from Cardiff to Pontypridd.

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

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Where can I stay near Pontypridd?

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Cardiff to Pontypridd - 4 ways to travel via train, line 132 bus, taxi, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to PontypriddCardiff Central - Treherbert / ...
31 min
£3–6
Line 132 bus
1. Take the bus from Greyfriars Road GF to Catherine Street E1132
58 min
£6–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Cardiff to Pontypridd12.4 mi
20 min
£29–35
Drive 12.4 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Pontypridd12.4 mi
20 min
£4–5

Cardiff to Pontypridd by train

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Distance: 12.4 mi
Duration: 31 min

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

Transport for Wales operates a train from Cardiff Central to Pontypridd every 15 minutes. Tickets cost £3–6 and the journey takes 31 min. Alternatively, Stagecoach South Wales operates a bus from Greyfriars Road GF to Catherine Street E1 every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £6–10 and the journey takes 58 min.

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