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

The cheapest way to get from Pencoed to Pontypridd is to drive which costs £2 - £5 and takes 28 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Pencoed to Pontypridd is to taxi which takes 28 min and costs £26 - £32.

Is there a direct bus between Pencoed and Pontypridd?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Pencoed War Memorial and arriving at Sardis House D3. Services depart hourly, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 1h.

Is there a direct train between Pencoed and Pontypridd?

No, there is no direct train from Pencoed to Pontypridd. However, there are services departing from Pencoed and arriving at Pontypridd via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 59 min.

How far is it from Pencoed to Pontypridd?

The distance between Pencoed and Pontypridd is 29 miles. The road distance is 11.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Pencoed to Pontypridd without a car is to train which takes 59 min and costs £8 - £15.

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

It takes approximately 59 min to get from Pencoed to Pontypridd, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pencoed to Pontypridd bus from?

Pencoed to Pontypridd bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, depart from Pencoed War Memorial station.

Where do I catch the Pencoed to Pontypridd train from?

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

Train or bus from Pencoed to Pontypridd?

The best way to get from Pencoed to Pontypridd is to train which takes 59 min and costs £8 - £15. Alternatively, you can line 404 bus, which costs £5 - £8 and takes 1h.

Where does the Pencoed to Pontypridd bus arrive?

Pencoed to Pontypridd bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, arrive at Sardis House D3 station.

Where does the Pencoed to Pontypridd train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Pencoed to Pontypridd?

Yes, the driving distance between Pencoed to Pontypridd is 12 miles. It takes approximately 28 min to drive from Pencoed to Pontypridd.

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

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Pencoed to Pontypridd - 4 ways to travel via train, line 404 bus, taxi, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Pencoed to Pontypridd by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Pencoed to Cardiff CentralCarmarthen - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to PontypriddCardiff Central - Treherbert / ...
59 min
£9–15
Drive 11.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Pencoed to Pontypridd11.5 mi
28 min
£3–5
Line 404 bus
1. Take the bus from Pencoed War Memorial to Sardis House D3404
1h
£5–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Pencoed to Pontypridd11.5 mi
28 min
£26–32

Pencoed to Pontypridd by train

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Distance: 28.6 mi
Duration: 59 min

What companies run services between Pencoed, Bridgend, Wales and Pontypridd, Wales?

You can take a train from Pencoed to Pontypridd via Cardiff Central in around 59 min. Alternatively, Stagecoach South Wales operates a bus from Pencoed War Memorial to Sardis House D3 hourly. Tickets cost £5–8 and the journey takes 1h.

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