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

The cheapest way to get from Roath to Pontypridd is to drive which costs £3 - £5 and takes 21 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Roath to Pontypridd is to taxi which takes 21 min and costs £28 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Roath and Pontypridd?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Greyfriars Road Stop GJ and arriving at Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 5 station. Services depart hourly, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 30 min.

Is there a direct train between Roath and Pontypridd?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cathays and arriving at Pontypridd. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 25 min.

How far is it from Roath to Pontypridd?

The distance between Roath and Pontypridd is 11 miles. The road distance is 12.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Roath to Pontypridd without a car is to train which takes 25 min and costs £5 - £10.

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

The train from Cathays to Pontypridd takes 25 min including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

Where do I catch the Roath to Pontypridd bus from?

Roath to Pontypridd bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, depart from Greyfriars Road Stop GJ station.

Where do I catch the Roath to Pontypridd train from?

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

Train or bus from Roath to Pontypridd?

The best way to get from Roath to Pontypridd is to train which takes 25 min and costs £5 - £10. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £4 - £7 and takes 30 min.

Where does the Roath to Pontypridd bus arrive?

Roath to Pontypridd bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, arrive at Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 5.

Where does the Roath to Pontypridd train arrive?

Roath to Pontypridd train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Pontypridd station.

Can I drive from Roath to Pontypridd?

Yes, the driving distance between Roath to Pontypridd is 12 miles. It takes approximately 21 min to drive from Roath to Pontypridd.

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

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Where can I stay near Pontypridd?

There are 1719+ hotels available in Pontypridd.

Roath to Pontypridd - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Roath to Pontypridd by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cathays to PontypriddCardiff Central - Aberdare / ...
25 min
£5–10
Drive 12 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Roath to Pontypridd12 mi
21 min
£3–5
Bus
1. Take the bus from Greyfriars Road Stop GJ to Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 5X4
30 min
£4–7
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Roath to Pontypridd12 mi
21 min
£28–35

Roath to Pontypridd by train

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Distance: 11.1 mi
Duration: 25 min

What companies run services between Roath, Cardiff, Wales and Pontypridd, Wales?

Transport for Wales operates a train from Cathays to Pontypridd every 15 minutes. Tickets cost £5–10 and the journey takes 25 min. Alternatively, Stagecoach South Wales operates a bus from Greyfriars Road Stop GJ to Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 5 hourly. Tickets cost £4–7 and the journey takes 30 min.

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