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How to get fromPontypridd to Cardiff Bayby train, bus, taxi or car

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

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  1. Train

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    1. Take the train from Pontypridd to Cardiff BaytrainPontypridd - Cardiff Bay
    29 min
    £3–10
  2. Bus

    1. Take the bus from Catherine Street E2 to Greyfriars Road Stop GJbusX4
    2. Take the bus from Kingsway GR to Millennium CentrebusSky
    1h 38m
    £7–8
  3. Taxi

    1. Take the taxi from Pontypridd to Cardiff Baytaxi14.4 mi
    23 min
    £30–40
  4. Drive 14.4 mi

    1. Drive from Pontypridd to Cardiff Baycar14.4 mi
    23 min
    £4–6

Pontypridd to Cardiff Bay by train

Calendar217Weekly Trains
Duration29 minAverage Duration
Ticket£3Cheapest Price
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What companies run services between Pontypridd, Wales and Cardiff Bay, Wales?

Transport for Wales operates a train from Pontypridd to Cardiff Bay hourly. Tickets cost £3–10 and the journey takes 29 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Catherine Street E2 to Millennium Centre via Greyfriars Road Stop GJ and Kingsway GR in around 1h 38m.

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