What is the cheapest way to get from Port Talbot to Cardiff University?

The cheapest way to get from Port Talbot to Cardiff University is to bus which costs £6 - £15 and takes 1h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from Port Talbot to Cardiff University?

The fastest way to get from Port Talbot to Cardiff University is to drive which takes 37 min and costs £8 - £12.

Is there a direct bus between Port Talbot and Cardiff University?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Port Talbot Bus Station Stand 9 station and arriving at Sophia Gardens. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 50 min.

Is there a direct train between Port Talbot and Cardiff University?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Port Talbot Parkway and arriving at Cardiff Central. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 43 min.

How far is it from Port Talbot to Cardiff University?

The distance between Port Talbot and Cardiff University is 33 miles. The road distance is 33.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Port Talbot to Cardiff University without a car is to train which takes 51 min and costs £13 - £28.

How long does it take to get from Port Talbot to Cardiff University?

The train from Port Talbot Parkway to Cardiff Central takes 43 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Port Talbot to Cardiff University bus from?

Port Talbot to Cardiff University bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Port Talbot Bus Station Stand 9.

Where do I catch the Port Talbot to Cardiff University train from?

Port Talbot to Cardiff University train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Port Talbot Parkway station.

Train or bus from Port Talbot to Cardiff University?

The best way to get from Port Talbot to Cardiff University is to train which takes 51 min and costs £13 - £28. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £6 - £15 and takes 1h 15m.

Where does the Port Talbot to Cardiff University bus arrive?

Port Talbot to Cardiff University bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Sophia Gardens station.

Where does the Port Talbot to Cardiff University train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Port Talbot to Cardiff University?

Yes, the driving distance between Port Talbot to Cardiff University is 34 miles. It takes approximately 37 min to drive from Port Talbot to Cardiff University.

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

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Port Talbot to Cardiff University - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Port Talbot to Cardiff University by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Port Talbot Parkway to Cardiff Centraltrain Swansea - Cardiff Central / ...
51 min
£13–28
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Port Talbot Bus Station Stand 9 to Sophia Gardensbus 201 / ...
1h 15m
£6–15
Drive 33.4 mi
1. Drive from Port Talbot to Cardiff Universitycar 33.4 mi
37 min
£9–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Port Talbot to Cardiff Universitytaxi 33.4 mi
37 min
£70–90

Port Talbot to Cardiff University by train and foot

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Distance: 32.7 mi
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What companies run services between Port Talbot, Wales and Cardiff University, Wales?

Transport for Wales operates a train from Port Talbot Parkway to Cardiff Central hourly. Tickets cost £13–22 and the journey takes 43 min. Great Western Railway (GWR) also services this route hourly. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Port Talbot Bus Station Stand 9 to Sophia Gardens hourly. Tickets cost £6–15 and the journey takes 50 min.

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