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

The cheapest way to get from Pontypridd to Abercarn is to drive which costs £3 - £5 and takes 21 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Pontypridd to Abercarn is to taxi which takes 21 min and costs £30 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Pontypridd and Abercarn?

No, there is no direct bus from Pontypridd station to Abercarn. However, there are services departing from Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 6 and arriving at Quarry via Blackwood Bus Station Stand 6. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Pontypridd and Abercarn?

No, there is no direct train from Pontypridd to Abercarn. However, there are services departing from Pontypridd and arriving at Newbridge via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 48m.

How far is it from Pontypridd to Abercarn?

The distance between Pontypridd and Abercarn is 33 miles. The road distance is 14.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Pontypridd to Abercarn without a car is to train which takes 1h 48m and costs £8 - £17.

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

It takes approximately 1h 48m to get from Pontypridd to Abercarn, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pontypridd to Abercarn bus from?

Pontypridd to Abercarn bus services, operated by Harris Coaches, depart from Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 6.

Where do I catch the Pontypridd to Abercarn train from?

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

Train or bus from Pontypridd to Abercarn?

The best way to get from Pontypridd to Abercarn is to train which takes 1h 48m and costs £8 - £17. Alternatively, you can line 7 bus and line 151 bus, which costs and takes 2h 15m.

Where does the Pontypridd to Abercarn bus arrive?

Pontypridd to Abercarn bus services, operated by Harris Coaches, arrive at Blackwood Bus Station Stand 5.

Where does the Pontypridd to Abercarn train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Pontypridd to Abercarn?

Yes, the driving distance between Pontypridd to Abercarn is 14 miles. It takes approximately 21 min to drive from Pontypridd to Abercarn.

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

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Pontypridd to Abercarn - 4 ways to travel via train, and line 7 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Pontypridd to Cardiff CentralTreherbert - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to NewbridgeMaesteg - Ebbw Vale Town / ...
1h 48m
£9–17
Drive 14.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Pontypridd to Abercarn14.1 mi
21 min
£4–5
Line 7 bus, line 151 bus
1. Take the bus from Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 6 to Blackwood Bus Station Stand 57
2. Take the bus from Blackwood Bus Station Stand 6 to Quarry151
2h 15m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Pontypridd to Abercarn14.1 mi
21 min
£30–40

Pontypridd to Abercarn by train

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Distance: 32.5 mi
Duration: 1h 48m

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

You can take a train from Pontypridd to Newbridge via Cardiff Central in around 1h 48m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 6 to Quarry via Blackwood Bus Station Stand 6 in around 2h 15m.

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