What is the cheapest way to get from Machen to Pontypridd?

The cheapest way to get from Machen to Pontypridd is to drive which costs £3 - £5 and takes 20 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Machen to Pontypridd?

The fastest way to get from Machen to Pontypridd is to taxi which takes 20 min and costs £45 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Machen and Pontypridd?

No, there is no direct bus from Machen to Pontypridd. However, there are services departing from Machen Primary School and arriving at Sardis House D3 via Caerphilly Interchange Stand 7. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 55m.

How far is it from Machen to Pontypridd?

The distance between Machen and Pontypridd is 23 miles. The road distance is 12.3 miles.

How do I travel from Machen to Pontypridd without a car?

The best way to get from Machen to Pontypridd without a car is to bus and train which takes 1h 16m and costs £12 - £17.

How long does it take to get from Machen to Pontypridd?

It takes approximately 1h 16m to get from Machen to Pontypridd, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Machen to Pontypridd bus from?

Machen to Pontypridd bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, depart from Machen Primary School station.

Where does the Machen to Pontypridd bus arrive?

Machen to Pontypridd bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, arrive at Caerphilly Interchange Stand 10 station.

Can I drive from Machen to Pontypridd?

Yes, the driving distance between Machen to Pontypridd is 12 miles. It takes approximately 20 min to drive from Machen to Pontypridd.

Where can I stay near Pontypridd?

There are 1772+ hotels available in Pontypridd.

Machen to Pontypridd - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, line 120 bus, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Machen to Pontypridd by bus, train, taxi, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Machen Primary School to Caerphilly Interchange Stand 1050
2. Take the train from Caerphilly to Cardiff Queen Street
3. Take the train from Cardiff Queen Street to Pontypridd
1h 16m
£13–17
Drive 12.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Machen to Pontypridd12.2 mi
20 min
£3–5
Bus, line 120 bus
1. Take the bus from Machen Primary School to Caerphilly Interchange Stand 1050
2. Take the bus from Caerphilly Interchange Stand 7 to Sardis House D3120
1h 55m
£8–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Machen to Pontypridd12.2 mi
20 min
£45–60
Line 50 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Machen Primary School to Hanbury Square50
2. Take the bus from Hanbury Square to Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 6X38
2h 33m

Machen to Pontypridd by bus and train

47Weekly Services

1h 16mAverage Duration

£13Cheapest Price

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Distance: 23.3 mi
Duration: 1h 16m

What companies run services between Machen, Wales and Pontypridd, Wales?

You can take a bus from Machen Primary School to Sardis House D3 via Caerphilly Interchange Stand 7 in around 1h 55m.

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