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

The cheapest way to get from Skewen to Pontypridd is to drive which costs £8 - £12 and takes 43 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Skewen to Pontypridd is to drive which takes 43 min and costs £8 - £12.

Is there a direct bus between Skewen and Pontypridd?

No, there is no direct bus from Skewen to Pontypridd station. However, there are services departing from Christopher Road and arriving at Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 5 via Bay Campus and Greyfriars Road Stop GJ. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 21m.

Is there a direct train between Skewen and Pontypridd?

No, there is no direct train from Skewen to Pontypridd. However, there are services departing from Skewen and arriving at Pontypridd via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 37m.

How far is it from Skewen to Pontypridd?

The distance between Skewen and Pontypridd is 52 miles. The road distance is 33.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Skewen to Pontypridd without a car is to train which takes 1h 37m and costs £7 - £23.

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

It takes approximately 1h 37m to get from Skewen to Pontypridd, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Skewen to Pontypridd bus from?

Skewen to Pontypridd bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Bay Campus station.

Where do I catch the Skewen to Pontypridd train from?

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

Train or bus from Skewen to Pontypridd?

The best way to get from Skewen to Pontypridd is to train which takes 1h 37m and costs £7 - £23. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £8 - £15 and takes 2h 21m.

Where does the Skewen to Pontypridd bus arrive?

Skewen to Pontypridd bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Kingsway GD station.

Where does the Skewen to Pontypridd train arrive?

Skewen to Pontypridd train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Cardiff Central station.

Can I drive from Skewen to Pontypridd?

Yes, the driving distance between Skewen to Pontypridd is 33 miles. It takes approximately 43 min to drive from Skewen to Pontypridd.

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

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Where can I stay near Pontypridd?

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Skewen to Pontypridd - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Skewen to Pontypridd by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Skewen to Cardiff CentralMilford Haven - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to PontypriddCardiff Central - Treherbert / ...
1h 37m
£7–22
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bay Campus to Kingsway GDUk910 / ...
2. Take the bus from Greyfriars Road Stop GJ to Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 5X4
2h 21m
£9–14
Drive 32.9 mi
1. Drive from Skewen to Pontypridd32.9 mi
43 min
£9–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Skewen to Pontypridd32.9 mi
43 min
£70–85
Train, line 404 bus
1. Take the train from Skewen to BridgendMilford Haven - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the bus from Station Hill to Sardis House D3404
2h 27m
£14–21

Skewen to Pontypridd by train

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1h 37mAverage Duration

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Distance: 52.2 mi
Duration: 1h 37m

What companies run services between Skewen, Wales and Pontypridd, Wales?

You can take a train from Skewen to Pontypridd via Cardiff Central in around 1h 37m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Christopher Road to Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 5 via Bay Campus, Kingsway GD, and Greyfriars Road Stop GJ in around 2h 21m.

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