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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Trecynon is to train which costs £5 - £10 and takes 1h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Trecynon is to drive which takes 35 min and costs £6 - £9.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Trecynon?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Trecynon. However, there are services departing from Greyfriars Road Stop GJ and arriving at Clive Street via Merthyr Bus Station Stand 7. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 57m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Trecynon?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Aberdare. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 3m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Trecynon?

The distance between Cardiff and Trecynon is 23 miles. The road distance is 24.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Trecynon without a car is to train which takes 1h 3m and costs £5 - £10.

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

The train from Cardiff Central to Aberdare takes 1h 3m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Trecynon bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Trecynon train from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Trecynon?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Trecynon is to train which takes 1h 3m and costs £5 - £10. Alternatively, you can bus and line 172 bus, which costs £10 - £15 and takes 1h 57m.

Where does the Cardiff to Trecynon bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cardiff to Trecynon train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Trecynon?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Trecynon is 24 miles. It takes approximately 35 min to drive from Cardiff to Trecynon.

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

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Where can I stay near Trecynon?

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Cardiff to Trecynon - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 172 bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to AberdareMerthyr Tydfil - Aberdare / ...
1h 3m
£5–10
Bus, line 172 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 7 to Clive Street172
1h 57m
£10–15
Drive 24.1 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Trecynon24.1 mi
35 min
£6–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Cardiff to Trecynon24.1 mi
35 min
£50–65

Cardiff to Trecynon by train

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Distance: 22.8 mi
Duration: 1h 3m

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

Transport for Wales operates a train from Cardiff Central to Aberdare hourly. Tickets cost £5–10 and the journey takes 1h 3m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Greyfriars Road Stop GJ to Clive Street via Merthyr Bus Station Stand 7 in around 1h 57m.

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