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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Rhymney is to train which costs £5 - £6 and takes 55 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Rhymney is to drive which takes 45 min and costs £6 - £9.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Rhymney?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Rhymney. However, there are services departing from Greyfriars Road Stop GJ and arriving at The Royal via Merthyr Bus Station Stand 11. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 48m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Rhymney?

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

How far is it from Cardiff to Rhymney?

The distance between Cardiff and Rhymney is 22 miles. The road distance is 25 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Rhymney without a car is to train which takes 55 min and costs £5 - £6.

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

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

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Rhymney bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Rhymney train from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Rhymney?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Rhymney is to train which takes 55 min and costs £5 - £6. Alternatively, you can bus and line 53 bus, which costs £10 - £16 and takes 1h 48m.

Where does the Cardiff to Rhymney bus arrive?

Cardiff to Rhymney bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, arrive at Merthyr Bus Station Stand 1.

Where does the Cardiff to Rhymney train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Rhymney?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Rhymney is 25 miles. It takes approximately 45 min to drive from Cardiff to Rhymney.

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

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Where can I stay near Rhymney?

There are 749+ hotels available in Rhymney.

Cardiff to Rhymney - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 53 bus, car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Queen Street to RhymneyBridgend - Rhymney / ...
55 min
£5–6
Bus, line 53 bus
1. Take the bus from Greyfriars Road Stop GJ to Merthyr Bus Station Stand 1X4
2. Take the bus from Merthyr Bus Station Stand 11 to The Royal53 / ...
1h 48m
£10–16
Drive 24.8 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Rhymney24.8 mi
45 min
£7–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Cardiff to Rhymney24.8 mi
45 min
£55–70

Cardiff to Rhymney by train

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Distance: 22.3 mi
Duration: 55 min

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

Transport for Wales operates a train from Cardiff Queen Street to Rhymney hourly. Tickets cost £5–6 and the journey takes 55 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Greyfriars Road Stop GJ to The Royal via Merthyr Bus Station Stand 1 and Merthyr Bus Station Stand 11 in around 1h 48m.

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