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

The cheapest way to get from Pontypridd to Bridgend is to drive which costs £4 - £6 and takes 34 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Pontypridd to Bridgend is to taxi which takes 34 min and costs £35 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Pontypridd and Bridgend?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Catherine Street E2 and arriving at Cae Ffynnon. Services depart hourly, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 1h 16m.

Is there a direct train between Pontypridd and Bridgend?

No, there is no direct train from Pontypridd to Bridgend. However, there are services departing from Pontypridd and arriving at Bridgend via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 7m.

How far is it from Pontypridd to Bridgend?

The distance between Pontypridd and Bridgend is 33 miles. The road distance is 16.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Pontypridd to Bridgend without a car is to train which takes 1h 7m and costs £8 - £16.

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

It takes approximately 1h 7m to get from Pontypridd to Bridgend, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pontypridd to Bridgend bus from?

Pontypridd to Bridgend bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, depart from Catherine Street E2 station.

Where do I catch the Pontypridd to Bridgend train from?

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

Train or bus from Pontypridd to Bridgend?

The best way to get from Pontypridd to Bridgend is to train which takes 1h 7m and costs £8 - £16. Alternatively, you can line 404 bus, which costs £6 - £9 and takes 1h 16m.

Where does the Pontypridd to Bridgend bus arrive?

Pontypridd to Bridgend bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, arrive at Cae Ffynnon station.

Where does the Pontypridd to Bridgend train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Pontypridd to Bridgend?

Yes, the driving distance between Pontypridd to Bridgend is 16 miles. It takes approximately 34 min to drive from Pontypridd to Bridgend.

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

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Pontypridd to Bridgend - 4 ways to travel via train, line 404 bus, taxi

There are 4 ways to get from Pontypridd to Bridgend 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 BridgendEbbw Vale Town - Maesteg / ...
1h 7m
£9–16
Drive 16.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Pontypridd to Bridgend16.1 mi
34 min
£4–6
Line 404 bus
1. Take the bus from Catherine Street E2 to Cae Ffynnon404
1h 16m
£6–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Pontypridd to Bridgend16.1 mi
34 min
£35–45

Pontypridd to Bridgend by train

490Weekly Trains

1h 7mAverage Duration

£9Cheapest Price

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Distance: 32.5 mi
Duration: 1h 7m

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

You can take a train from Pontypridd to Bridgend via Cardiff Central in around 1h 7m. Alternatively, Stagecoach South Wales operates a bus from Catherine Street E2 to Cae Ffynnon hourly. Tickets cost £6–9 and the journey takes 1h 16m.

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