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

The cheapest way to get from Pontypridd to Rhymney is to drive which costs £4 - £6 and takes 20 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Pontypridd to Rhymney is to taxi which takes 20 min and costs £35 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Pontypridd and Rhymney?

No, there is no direct bus from Pontypridd station to Rhymney. However, there are services departing from Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 5 and arriving at The Royal via Merthyr Bus Station Stand 11. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Pontypridd and Rhymney?

No, there is no direct train from Pontypridd to Rhymney. However, there are services departing from Pontypridd and arriving at Rhymney via Cardiff Queen Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 42m.

How far is it from Pontypridd to Rhymney?

The distance between Pontypridd and Rhymney is 18 miles. The road distance is 17.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Pontypridd to Rhymney without a car is to bus and train which takes 1h 17m and costs .

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

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

Where do I catch the Pontypridd to Rhymney bus from?

Pontypridd to Rhymney bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, depart from Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 5.

Where do I catch the Pontypridd to Rhymney train from?

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

Train or bus from Pontypridd to Rhymney?

The best way to get from Pontypridd to Rhymney is to train which takes 1h 42m and costs £10 - £13. Alternatively, you can bus and line 53 bus, which costs £7 - £13 and takes 1h 35m.

Where does the Pontypridd to Rhymney bus arrive?

Pontypridd to Rhymney bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, arrive at Merthyr Bus Station Stand 1.

Where does the Pontypridd to Rhymney train arrive?

Pontypridd to Rhymney train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Cardiff Queen Street station.

Can I drive from Pontypridd to Rhymney?

Yes, the driving distance between Pontypridd to Rhymney is 17 miles. It takes approximately 20 min to drive from Pontypridd to Rhymney.

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

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Pontypridd to Rhymney - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Pontypridd to Rhymney by bus, train, taxi, or car

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 6 to Bargoed Interchange Stand 3X38
2. Take the train from Bargoed to RhymneyBridgend - Rhymney / ...
1h 17m
Drive 17 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Pontypridd to Rhymney17 mi
20 min
£5–6
Train
1. Take the train from Pontypridd to Cardiff Queen StreetPontypridd - Cardiff Bay / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Queen Street to RhymneyBridgend - Rhymney / ...
1h 42m
£11–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Pontypridd to Rhymney17 mi
20 min
£35–45
Bus, line 53 bus
1. Take the bus from Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 5 to Merthyr Bus Station Stand 1X4 / ...
2. Take the bus from Merthyr Bus Station Stand 11 to The Royal53 / ...
1h 35m
£7–12
Train, line 53 bus
1. Take the train from Pontypridd to Merthyr TydfilAberdare - Merthyr Tydfil / ...
2. Take the bus from Merthyr Bus Station Stand 11 to The Royal53 / ...
1h 39m
£7–10

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Pontypridd to Rhymney.

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Distance: 17.5 mi
Duration: 1h 17m

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

You can take a train from Pontypridd to Rhymney via Cardiff Queen Street in around 1h 42m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 5 to The Royal via Merthyr Bus Station Stand 1 and Merthyr Bus Station Stand 11 in around 1h 35m.

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