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

The cheapest way to get from Neath to Pontypridd is to drive which costs £8 - £12 and takes 40 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Neath to Pontypridd is to drive which takes 40 min and costs £8 - £12.

Is there a direct bus between Neath and Pontypridd?

No, there is no direct bus from Neath station to Pontypridd station. However, there are services departing from Neath station and arriving at Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 5 via Bay Campus and Greyfriars Road Stop GJ. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Neath and Pontypridd?

No, there is no direct train from Neath to Pontypridd. However, there are services departing from Neath and arriving at Pontypridd via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 20m.

How far is it from Neath to Pontypridd?

The distance between Neath and Pontypridd is 50 miles. The road distance is 32.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Neath to Pontypridd without a car is to train which takes 1h 20m and costs £9 - £17.

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

It takes approximately 1h 20m to get from Neath to Pontypridd, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Neath to Pontypridd bus from?

Neath to Pontypridd bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Bay Campus station.

Where do I catch the Neath to Pontypridd train from?

Neath to Pontypridd train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Neath station.

Train or bus from Neath to Pontypridd?

The best way to get from Neath to Pontypridd is to train which takes 1h 20m and costs £9 - £17. Alternatively, you can line 404 bus, which costs £9 - £18 and takes 2h 16m.

Where does the Neath to Pontypridd bus arrive?

Neath to Pontypridd bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Kingsway GD station.

Where does the Neath to Pontypridd train arrive?

Neath to Pontypridd train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Cardiff Central station.

Can I drive from Neath to Pontypridd?

Yes, the driving distance between Neath to Pontypridd is 33 miles. It takes approximately 40 min to drive from Neath to Pontypridd.

How do I get a train ticket from Neath to Pontypridd?

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Where can I stay near Pontypridd?

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Neath to Pontypridd - 5 ways to travel via train, line 404 bus, car, and taxi

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Neath to Cardiff CentralMilford Haven - Crewe / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to PontypriddCardiff Central - Treherbert / ...
1h 20m
£10–16
Drive 32.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Neath to Pontypridd32.4 mi
40 min
£9–12
Line 404 bus
1. Take the bus from Station Hill to Sardis House D3404
2h 16m
£10–18
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Neath to Pontypridd32.4 mi
40 min
£65–85
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bay Campus to Kingsway GDUk910 / ...
2. Take the bus from Greyfriars Road Stop GJ to Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 5X4
2h 20m
£9–14

Neath to Pontypridd by train

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Distance: 50.1 mi
Duration: 1h 20m

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

You can take a train from Neath to Pontypridd via Cardiff Central in around 1h 20m. Alternatively, Stagecoach South Wales operates a bus from Station Hill to Sardis House D3 hourly. Tickets cost £6–10 and the journey takes 1h 19m.

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