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

The cheapest way to get from Fochriw to Cardiff is to train which costs £6 and takes 50 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Fochriw to Cardiff is to drive which takes 40 min and costs £5 - £9.

Is there a direct bus between Fochriw and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Fochriw to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Pleasant View and arriving at Greyfriars Road Stop GJ via Merthyr Bus Station Stand 8. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 11m.

Is there a direct train between Fochriw and Cardiff?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Pontlottyn and arriving at Cardiff Queen Street. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 50 min.

How far is it from Fochriw to Cardiff?

The distance between Fochriw and Cardiff is 21 miles. The road distance is 23.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Fochriw to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 50 min and costs £6.

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

The train from Pontlottyn to Cardiff Queen Street takes 50 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Fochriw to Cardiff bus from?

Fochriw to Cardiff bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, depart from Pleasant View station.

Where do I catch the Fochriw to Cardiff train from?

Fochriw to Cardiff train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Pontlottyn station.

Train or bus from Fochriw to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Fochriw to Cardiff is to train which takes 50 min and costs £6. Alternatively, you can line 51 bus and bus, which costs £10 - £16 and takes 2h 11m.

Where does the Fochriw to Cardiff bus arrive?

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

Where does the Fochriw to Cardiff train arrive?

Fochriw to Cardiff train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Cardiff Queen Street station.

Can I drive from Fochriw to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Fochriw to Cardiff is 24 miles. It takes approximately 40 min to drive from Fochriw to Cardiff.

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

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Fochriw to Cardiff - 4 ways to travel via train, line 51 bus, bus, car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Pontlottyn to Cardiff Queen StreetRhymney - Barry Island / ...
50 min
£6
Line 51 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Pleasant View to Merthyr Bus Station Stand 151
2. Take the bus from Merthyr Bus Station Stand 8 to Greyfriars Road Stop GJX4
2h 11m
£11–15
Drive 23.6 mi
1. Drive from Fochriw to Cardiff23.6 mi
40 min
£6–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Fochriw to Cardiff23.6 mi
40 min
£50–65

Fochriw to Cardiff by train

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Distance: 21.3 mi
Duration: 50 min

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

Transport for Wales operates a train from Pontlottyn to Cardiff Queen Street hourly. Tickets cost £6 and the journey takes 50 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Pleasant View to Greyfriars Road Stop GJ via Merthyr Bus Station Stand 8 in around 2h 11m.

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