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

The cheapest way to get from Pontypridd to Rhondda is to drive which costs £2 - £3 and takes 17 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Pontypridd to Rhondda is to taxi which takes 17 min and costs £19 - £23.

Is there a direct bus between Pontypridd and Rhondda?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Catherine Street E1 and arriving at Ferndale Hotel. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 36 min.

Is there a direct train between Pontypridd and Rhondda?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Pontypridd and arriving at Ystrad Rhondda. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 21 min.

How far is it from Pontypridd to Rhondda?

The distance between Pontypridd and Rhondda is 7 miles. The road distance is 7.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Pontypridd to Rhondda without a car is to train which takes 21 min and costs £2 - £4.

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

The train from Pontypridd to Ystrad Rhondda takes 21 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Pontypridd to Rhondda bus from?

Pontypridd to Rhondda bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, depart from Catherine Street E1 station.

Where do I catch the Pontypridd to Rhondda train from?

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

Train or bus from Pontypridd to Rhondda?

The best way to get from Pontypridd to Rhondda is to train which takes 21 min and costs £2 - £4. Alternatively, you can line 132 bus, which costs £3 - £5 and takes 36 min.

Where does the Pontypridd to Rhondda bus arrive?

Pontypridd to Rhondda bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, arrive at Ferndale Hotel station.

Where does the Pontypridd to Rhondda train arrive?

Pontypridd to Rhondda train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Ystrad Rhondda station.

Can I drive from Pontypridd to Rhondda?

Yes, the driving distance between Pontypridd to Rhondda is 8 miles. It takes approximately 17 min to drive from Pontypridd to Rhondda.

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

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Pontypridd to Rhondda - 4 ways to travel via train, line 132 bus, taxi, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Pontypridd to Ystrad RhonddaCardiff Central - Treherbert
21 min
£2–4
Line 132 bus
1. Take the bus from Catherine Street E1 to Ferndale Hotel132
36 min
£3–5
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Pontypridd to Rhondda7.8 mi
17 min
£19–23
Drive 7.8 mi
1. Drive from Pontypridd to Rhondda7.8 mi
17 min
£2–3

Pontypridd to Rhondda by train

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Distance: 6.9 mi
Duration: 21 min

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

Transport for Wales operates a train from Pontypridd to Ystrad Rhondda hourly. Tickets cost £2–4 and the journey takes 21 min. Alternatively, Stagecoach South Wales operates a bus from Catherine Street E1 to Ferndale Hotel every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £3–5 and the journey takes 36 min.

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