What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Red Cow?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Red Cow is to train which costs £5 - £6 and takes 1h 4m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff to Red Cow?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Red Cow is to drive which takes 40 min and costs £5 - £8.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Red Cow?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Red Cow. However, there are services departing from Greyfriars Road Stop GJ and arriving at Red Cow via Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 9. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Red Cow?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cardiff Queen Street and arriving at Treorchy. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 55 min.

How far is it from Cardiff to Red Cow?

The distance between Cardiff and Red Cow is 21 miles. The road distance is 21.7 miles.

How do I travel from Cardiff to Red Cow without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Red Cow without a car is to train which takes 1h 4m and costs £5 - £6.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff to Red Cow?

The train from Cardiff Queen Street to Treorchy takes 55 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Red Cow bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Red Cow train from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Red Cow?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Red Cow is to train which takes 1h 4m and costs £5 - £6. Alternatively, you can bus and line 120 bus, which costs £8 - £13 and takes 1h 40m.

Where does the Cardiff to Red Cow bus arrive?

Cardiff to Red Cow bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, arrive at Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 5.

Where does the Cardiff to Red Cow train arrive?

Cardiff to Red Cow train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Treorchy station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Red Cow?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Red Cow is 22 miles. It takes approximately 40 min to drive from Cardiff to Red Cow.

How do I get a train ticket from Cardiff to Red Cow?

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Where can I stay near Red Cow?

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Cardiff to Red Cow - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 120 bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Queen Street to TreorchyCardiff Central - Treherbert
1h 4m
£5–6
Bus, line 120 bus
1. Take the bus from Greyfriars Road Stop GJ to Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 5X4
2. Take the bus from Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 9 to Red Cow120 / ...
1h 40m
£8–12
Drive 21.6 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Red Cow21.6 mi
40 min
£6–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Cardiff to Red Cow21.6 mi
40 min
£45–60

Cardiff to Red Cow by train and foot

207Weekly Services

1h 4mAverage Duration

£5Cheapest Price

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Distance: 21.1 mi
Duration: 1h 4m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Red Cow, Wales?

Transport for Wales operates a train from Cardiff Queen Street to Treorchy hourly. Tickets cost £5–6 and the journey takes 55 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Greyfriars Road Stop GJ to Red Cow via Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 9 in around 1h 40m.

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