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

The cheapest way to get from Rhondda to Bridgend is to drive which costs £4 - £7 and takes 38 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Rhondda to Bridgend is to taxi which takes 38 min and costs £35 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Rhondda and Bridgend?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Pont Rhondda and arriving at Coity Road. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Rhondda and Bridgend?

No, there is no direct train from Rhondda to Bridgend. However, there are services departing from Ystrad Rhondda and arriving at Bridgend via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 28m.

How far is it from Rhondda to Bridgend?

The distance between Rhondda and Bridgend is 16 miles. The road distance is 17.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rhondda to Bridgend without a car is to line 172 bus which takes 1h 2m and costs £5 - £8.

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

The line 172 bus from Pont Rhondda to Coity Road takes 1h 2m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Rhondda to Bridgend bus from?

Rhondda to Bridgend bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, depart from Pont Rhondda station.

Where do I catch the Rhondda to Bridgend train from?

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

Train or bus from Rhondda to Bridgend?

The best way to get from Rhondda to Bridgend is to line 172 bus which takes 1h 2m and costs £5 - £8. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £10 - £12 and takes 1h 28m.

Where does the Rhondda to Bridgend bus arrive?

Rhondda to Bridgend bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, arrive at Coity Road station.

Where does the Rhondda to Bridgend train arrive?

Rhondda to Bridgend train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Cardiff Central station.

Can I drive from Rhondda to Bridgend?

Yes, the driving distance between Rhondda to Bridgend is 18 miles. It takes approximately 38 min to drive from Rhondda to Bridgend.

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

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Where can I stay near Bridgend?

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Rhondda to Bridgend - 4 ways to travel via train, line 172 bus, taxi, and car

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

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Line 172 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Pont Rhondda to Coity Roadbus 172
1h 2m
£5–8
Train
1. Take the train from Ystrad Rhondda to Cardiff Centraltrain Treherbert - Cardiff Central
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bridgendtrain Ebbw Vale Town - Maesteg / ...
1h 28m
£11–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Rhondda to Bridgendtaxi 17.7 mi
38 min
£35–50
Drive 17.7 mi
1. Drive from Rhondda to Bridgendcar 17.7 mi
38 min
£5–7

Rhondda to Bridgend by bus

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1h 2mAverage Duration

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Distance: 15.4 mi
Duration: 1h 2m

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

Stagecoach South Wales operates a bus from Pont Rhondda to Coity Road hourly. Tickets cost £5–8 and the journey takes 1h 2m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Ystrad Rhondda to Bridgend via Cardiff Central in around 1h 28m.

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