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

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

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Rhymney Valley is to drive which takes 32 min and costs £4 - £7.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Rhymney Valley?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Rhymney Valley. However, there are services departing from Greyfriars Road Stop GJ and arriving at Bargoed Interchange Stand 3 via Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 6. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 54m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Rhymney Valley?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cardiff Queen Street and arriving at Bargoed. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 39 min.

How far is it from Cardiff to Rhymney Valley?

The distance between Cardiff and Rhymney Valley is 17 miles. The road distance is 19.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Rhymney Valley without a car is to train which takes 49 min and costs £5 - £6.

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

The train from Cardiff Queen Street to Bargoed takes 39 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Rhymney Valley bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Rhymney Valley train from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Rhymney Valley?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Rhymney Valley is to train which takes 49 min and costs £5 - £6. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 1h 54m.

Where does the Cardiff to Rhymney Valley bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cardiff to Rhymney Valley train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Rhymney Valley?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Rhymney Valley is 19 miles. It takes approximately 32 min to drive from Cardiff to Rhymney Valley.

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

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Where can I stay near Rhymney Valley?

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

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

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Train
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1. Take the train from Cardiff Queen Street to Bargoedtrain Bridgend - Rhymney / ...
49 min
£5–6
Bus
1. Take the bus from Greyfriars Road Stop GJ to Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 5bus X4
2. Take the bus from Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 6 to Bargoed Interchange Stand 3bus X38
1h 54m
Drive 19.3 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Rhymney Valleycar 19.3 mi
32 min
£5–7
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Cardiff to Rhymney Valleytaxi 19.3 mi
32 min
£40–55

Cardiff to Rhymney Valley by train and foot

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Distance: 17.2 mi
Duration: 49 min

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

Transport for Wales operates a train from Cardiff Queen Street to Bargoed every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £5–6 and the journey takes 39 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Greyfriars Road Stop GJ to Rhymney Valley via Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 6 and Bargoed Interchange Stand 3 in around 1h 54m.

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