What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Pontypridd (Station)?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Pontypridd (Station) is to drive which costs £3 - £5 and takes 19 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff to Pontypridd (Station)?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Pontypridd (Station) is to taxi which takes 19 min and costs £28 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Pontypridd (Station)?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Greyfriars Road GF and arriving at Catherine Street E1. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 57 min.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Pontypridd (Station)?

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 (Station)?

The distance between Cardiff and Pontypridd (Station) is 12 miles. The road distance is 12.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Pontypridd (Station) without a car is to train which takes 31 min and costs £5 - £6.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff to Pontypridd (Station)?

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 (Station) bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Pontypridd (Station) train from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Pontypridd (Station)?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Pontypridd (Station) is to train which takes 31 min and costs £5 - £6. Alternatively, you can line 132 bus, which costs £6 - £10 and takes 1h.

Where does the Cardiff to Pontypridd (Station) bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Cardiff and Pontypridd (Station)?

Pontypridd (Station) is 1h ahead of Cardiff. It is currently 11:31 AM in Cardiff and 12:31 PM in Pontypridd (Station).

Where does the Cardiff to Pontypridd (Station) train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Pontypridd (Station)?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Pontypridd (Station) is 12 miles. It takes approximately 19 min to drive from Cardiff to Pontypridd (Station).

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

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Where can I stay near Pontypridd (Station)?

There are 1759+ hotels available in Pontypridd (Station).

Cardiff to Pontypridd (Station) - 5 ways to travel via train, and line 132 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Cardiff to Pontypridd (Station) 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
£5–6
Drive 12.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cardiff to Pontypridd (Station)12.1 mi
19 min
£3–5
Line 132 bus
1. Take the bus from Greyfriars Road GF to Catherine Street E1132
1h
£6–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Cardiff to Pontypridd (Station)12.1 mi
19 min
£28–35
Line 132 bus via Ynysangharad Park Gates
1. Take the bus from Greyfriars Road GF to Ynysangharad Park Gates132 / ...
1h
£6–10

Cardiff to Pontypridd (Station) by train

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Distance: 12.4 mi
Duration: 31 min

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Pontypridd (Station), Wales?

Transport for Wales operates a train from Cardiff Central to Pontypridd every 15 minutes. Tickets cost £5–6 and the journey takes 31 min. Alternatively, Stagecoach South Wales operates a bus from Greyfriars Road GF to Catherine Street E1 every 3 hours. Tickets cost £6–10 and the journey takes 57 min.

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