What is the cheapest way to get from Pontypool to Rhondda?

The cheapest way to get from Pontypool to Rhondda is to drive which costs £5 - £9 and takes 47 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Pontypool to Rhondda?

The fastest way to get from Pontypool to Rhondda is to drive which takes 47 min and costs £5 - £9.

Is there a direct bus between Pontypool and Rhondda?

No, there is no direct bus from Pontypool to Rhondda. However, there are services departing from Town Hall 2 and arriving at Ferndale Hotel via Greyfriars Road GF. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 1m.

How far is it from Pontypool to Rhondda?

The distance between Pontypool and Rhondda is 42 miles. The road distance is 24 miles.

How do I travel from Pontypool to Rhondda without a car?

The best way to get from Pontypool to Rhondda without a car is to train which takes 2h 26m and costs £20 - £28.

How long does it take to get from Pontypool to Rhondda?

It takes approximately 2h 26m to get from Pontypool to Rhondda, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pontypool to Rhondda bus from?

Pontypool to Rhondda bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, depart from Town Hall 2 station.

Train or bus from Pontypool to Rhondda?

The best way to get from Pontypool to Rhondda is to train which takes 2h 26m and costs £20 - £28. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £14 - £22 and takes 3h 1m.

Where does the Pontypool to Rhondda bus arrive?

Pontypool to Rhondda bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, arrive at Greyfriars Road GH station.

Can I drive from Pontypool to Rhondda?

Yes, the driving distance between Pontypool to Rhondda is 24 miles. It takes approximately 47 min to drive from Pontypool to Rhondda.

Where can I stay near Rhondda?

There are 628+ hotels available in Rhondda.

Pontypool to Rhondda - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Pontypool to Rhondda by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cwmbran to Cardiff CentralManchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Ystrad RhonddaCardiff Central - Treherbert
2h 26m
£20–27
Drive 23.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Pontypool to Rhondda23.9 mi
47 min
£6–9
Bus
1. Take the bus from Town Hall 2 to Greyfriars Road GHX3
2. Take the bus from Greyfriars Road GF to Ferndale Hotel132
3h 1m
£15–21
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Pontypool to Rhondda23.9 mi
47 min
£50–65
Line 21 bus, line 7 bus, line 132 bus
1. Take the bus from Twympath to Blackwood Bus Station Stand 921
2. Take the bus from Blackwood Bus Station Stand 5 to Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 67
3. Take the bus from Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 10 to Ferndale Hotel132
3h 3m

Pontypool to Rhondda by bus and train

195Weekly Services

2h 26mAverage Duration

£20Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Pontypool to Rhondda.

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Distance: 41.6 mi
Duration: 2h 26m

What companies run services between Pontypool, Wales and Rhondda, Wales?

You can take a bus from Town Hall 2 to Ystrad Rhondda via Trussel Road, Cwmbran, and Cardiff Central in around 2h 26m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Town Hall 2 to Ferndale Hotel via Greyfriars Road GH and Greyfriars Road GF in around 3h 1m.

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