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

The cheapest way to get from Skewen to Rhondda is to drive which costs £7 - £11 and takes 42 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Skewen to Rhondda is to drive which takes 42 min and costs £7 - £11.

Is there a direct bus between Skewen and Rhondda?

No, there is no direct bus from Skewen to Rhondda. However, there are services departing from Christopher Road and arriving at Ferndale Hotel via Bay Campus and Greyfriars Road GF. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 3m.

Is there a direct train between Skewen and Rhondda?

No, there is no direct train from Skewen to Rhondda. However, there are services departing from Skewen and arriving at Ystrad Rhondda via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 17m.

How far is it from Skewen to Rhondda?

The distance between Skewen and Rhondda is 59 miles. The road distance is 28.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Skewen to Rhondda without a car is to train which takes 2h 17m and costs £22 - £35.

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

It takes approximately 2h 17m to get from Skewen to Rhondda, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Skewen to Rhondda bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Skewen to Rhondda train from?

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

Train or bus from Skewen to Rhondda?

The best way to get from Skewen to Rhondda is to train which takes 2h 17m and costs £22 - £35. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £12 - £20 and takes 3h 3m.

Where does the Skewen to Rhondda bus arrive?

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

Where does the Skewen to Rhondda train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Skewen to Rhondda?

Yes, the driving distance between Skewen to Rhondda is 28 miles. It takes approximately 42 min to drive from Skewen to Rhondda.

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

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Skewen to Rhondda - 6 ways to travel via train, line 172 bus, car, taxi

There are 6 ways to get from Skewen to Rhondda by train, bus, car, or taxi

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Skewen to Cardiff CentralMilford Haven - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Ystrad RhonddaCardiff Central - Treherbert
2h 17m
£23–33
Drive 28.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Skewen to Rhondda28.2 mi
42 min
£8–11
Train, line 172 bus
1. Take the train from Skewen to BridgendMilford Haven - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the bus from Bridgend Bus Station Stand 7 to Ferndale Hotel172
2h 20m
£14–20
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Skewen to Rhondda28.2 mi
42 min
£60–75
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bay Campus to Kingsway GDUk910 / ...
2. Take the bus from Greyfriars Road GF to Ferndale Hotel132
3h 3m
£12–19
Bus, line 172 bus
1. Take the bus from Bay Campus to Bridgend Bus Station Stand 1X1
2. Take the bus from Bridgend Bus Station Stand 7 to Ferndale Hotel172
3h 50m

Skewen to Rhondda by train

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2h 17mAverage Duration

£23Cheapest Price

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Distance: 59.1 mi
Duration: 2h 17m

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

You can take a train from Skewen to Ystrad Rhondda via Cardiff Central in around 2h 17m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Christopher Road to Ferndale Hotel via Bay Campus, Kingsway GD, and Greyfriars Road GF in around 3h 3m.

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