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

The cheapest way to get from Rhondda to Cardiff is to train which costs £6 and takes 44 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Rhondda to Cardiff is to drive which takes 36 min and costs £4 - £8.

Is there a direct bus between Rhondda and Cardiff?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Ferndale Hotel and arriving at Law Courts RJ. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Rhondda and Cardiff?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Ystrad Rhondda and arriving at Cathays. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 44 min.

How far is it from Rhondda to Cardiff?

The distance between Rhondda and Cardiff is 18 miles. The road distance is 20.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rhondda to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 44 min and costs £6.

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

The train from Ystrad Rhondda to Cathays takes 44 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Rhondda to Cardiff bus from?

Rhondda to Cardiff bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, depart from Ferndale Hotel station.

Where do I catch the Rhondda to Cardiff train from?

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

Train or bus from Rhondda to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Rhondda to Cardiff is to train which takes 44 min and costs £6. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £7 - £11 and takes 1h 40m.

Where does the Rhondda to Cardiff bus arrive?

Rhondda to Cardiff bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, arrive at Law Courts RJ station.

Where does the Rhondda to Cardiff train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Rhondda to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Rhondda to Cardiff is 20 miles. It takes approximately 36 min to drive from Rhondda to Cardiff.

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

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Where can I stay near Cardiff?

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Rhondda to Cardiff - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Ystrad Rhondda to Cathaystrain Treherbert - Cardiff Central
44 min
£6
Drive 20 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Rhondda to Cardiffcar 20 mi
36 min
£5–8
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ferndale Hotel to Law Courts RJbus 132
1h 40m
£7–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Rhondda to Cardifftaxi 20 mi
36 min
£45–55

Rhondda to Cardiff by train

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44 minAverage Duration

£6Cheapest Price

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Distance: 18 mi
Duration: 44 min

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

Transport for Wales operates a train from Ystrad Rhondda to Cathays hourly. Tickets cost £6 and the journey takes 44 min. Alternatively, Stagecoach South Wales operates a bus from Ferndale Hotel to Law Courts RJ every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £7–11 and the journey takes 1h 40m.

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