What is the cheapest way to get from Pontypridd to Port Talbot?

The cheapest way to get from Pontypridd to Port Talbot is to drive which costs £6 - £10 and takes 45 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Pontypridd to Port Talbot?

The fastest way to get from Pontypridd to Port Talbot is to drive which takes 45 min and costs £6 - £10.

Is there a direct bus between Pontypridd and Port Talbot?

No, there is no direct bus from Pontypridd to Port Talbot. However, there are services departing from Catherine Street E2 and arriving at Port Talbot Parkway Stand 4 via Bridgend Bus Station Stand 1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 29m.

Is there a direct train between Pontypridd and Port Talbot?

No, there is no direct train from Pontypridd to Port Talbot. However, there are services departing from Pontypridd and arriving at Port Talbot Parkway via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 17m.

How far is it from Pontypridd to Port Talbot?

The distance between Pontypridd and Port Talbot is 45 miles. The road distance is 27 miles.

How do I travel from Pontypridd to Port Talbot without a car?

The best way to get from Pontypridd to Port Talbot without a car is to train which takes 1h 17m and costs £12 - £26.

How long does it take to get from Pontypridd to Port Talbot?

It takes approximately 1h 17m to get from Pontypridd to Port Talbot, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pontypridd to Port Talbot bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Pontypridd to Port Talbot train from?

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

Train or bus from Pontypridd to Port Talbot?

The best way to get from Pontypridd to Port Talbot is to train which takes 1h 17m and costs £12 - £26. Alternatively, you can line 404 bus, which costs £9 - £17 and takes 1h 52m.

Where does the Pontypridd to Port Talbot bus arrive?

Pontypridd to Port Talbot bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, arrive at Bridgend Bus Station Stand 8.

Where does the Pontypridd to Port Talbot train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Pontypridd to Port Talbot?

Yes, the driving distance between Pontypridd to Port Talbot is 27 miles. It takes approximately 45 min to drive from Pontypridd to Port Talbot.

How do I get a train ticket from Pontypridd to Port Talbot?

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Where can I stay near Port Talbot?

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Pontypridd to Port Talbot - 5 ways to travel via train, line 404 bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Pontypridd to Port Talbot by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Pontypridd to Cardiff Centraltrain Treherbert - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Port Talbot Parkwaytrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
1h 17m
£13–26
Drive 26.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Pontypridd to Port Talbotcar 26.9 mi
45 min
£7–10
Line 404 bus
1. Take the bus from Catherine Street E2 to Bridgend Bus Station Stand 8bus 404
1h 52m
£10–16
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Pontypridd to Port Talbottaxi 26.9 mi
45 min
£55–70
Line 404 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Catherine Street E2 to Bridgend Bus Station Stand 8bus 404
2. Take the bus from Bridgend Bus Station Stand 1 to Port Talbot Parkway Stand 4bus X1
2h 29m

Pontypridd to Port Talbot by train

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Distance: 44.6 mi
Duration: 1h 17m

What companies run services between Pontypridd, Wales and Port Talbot, Wales?

You can take a train from Pontypridd to Port Talbot Parkway via Cardiff Central in around 1h 17m. Alternatively, Stagecoach South Wales operates a bus from Catherine Street E2 to Bridgend Bus Station Stand 8 hourly. Tickets cost £6–10 and the journey takes 1h 24m.

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