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

The cheapest way to get from Risca to Bridgend is to drive which costs £7 - £11 and takes 35 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Risca to Bridgend is to drive which takes 35 min and costs £7 - £11.

Is there a direct bus between Risca and Bridgend?

No, there is no direct bus from Risca to Bridgend. However, there are services departing from Moriah Baptist Church and arriving at Sarn Odeon via Queensway Q1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 42m.

Is there a direct train between Risca and Bridgend?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Risca & Pontymister and arriving at Bridgend. Services depart hourly, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 1h 1m.

How far is it from Risca to Bridgend?

The distance between Risca and Bridgend is 35 miles. The road distance is 30.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Risca to Bridgend without a car is to train which takes 1h 1m and costs £14 - £20.

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

The train from Risca & Pontymister to Bridgend takes 1h 1m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Risca to Bridgend bus from?

Risca to Bridgend bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, depart from Moriah Baptist Church station.

Where do I catch the Risca to Bridgend train from?

Risca to Bridgend train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Risca & Pontymister station.

Train or bus from Risca to Bridgend?

The best way to get from Risca to Bridgend is to train which takes 1h 1m and costs £14 - £20. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £7 - £16 and takes 1h 42m.

Where does the Risca to Bridgend bus arrive?

Risca to Bridgend bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, arrive at Queensway Q1 station.

Where does the Risca to Bridgend train arrive?

Risca to Bridgend train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Bridgend station.

Can I drive from Risca to Bridgend?

Yes, the driving distance between Risca to Bridgend is 31 miles. It takes approximately 35 min to drive from Risca to Bridgend.

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

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Risca to Bridgend - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Risca & Pontymister to BridgendEbbw Vale Town - Maesteg
1h 1m
£14–20
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Moriah Baptist Church to Queensway Q1151 / ...
2. Take the bus from Queensway Q1 to Sarn OdeonUk910 / ...
1h 42m
£7–15
Drive 30.4 mi
1. Drive from Risca to Bridgend30.4 mi
35 min
£8–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Risca to Bridgend30.4 mi
35 min
£110–140

Risca to Bridgend by train

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Distance: 35.1 mi
Duration: 1h 1m

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

Transport for Wales operates a train from Risca & Pontymister to Bridgend hourly. Tickets cost £14–20 and the journey takes 1h 1m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Moriah Baptist Church to Sarn Odeon via Queensway Q1 in around 1h 42m.

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