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

The cheapest way to get from Ystrad Rhondda to Cardiff is to drive which costs £4 - £7 and takes 37 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Ystrad Rhondda to Cardiff is to drive which takes 37 min and costs £4 - £7.

Is there a direct bus between Ystrad Rhondda and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Ystrad Rhondda to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Gelligaled Inn and arriving at Greyfriars Road GF via Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 8. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 51m.

Is there a direct train between Ystrad 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 Ystrad Rhondda to Cardiff?

The distance between Ystrad Rhondda and Cardiff is 18 miles. The road distance is 20 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ystrad Rhondda to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 44 min and costs £7 - £10.

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

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

Where do I catch the Ystrad Rhondda to Cardiff bus from?

Ystrad Rhondda to Cardiff bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, depart from Gelligaled Inn station.

Where do I catch the Ystrad Rhondda to Cardiff train from?

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

Train or bus from Ystrad Rhondda to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Ystrad Rhondda to Cardiff is to train which takes 44 min and costs £7 - £10. Alternatively, you can line 130 bus and line 132 bus, which costs £8 - £14 and takes 1h 51m.

Where does the Ystrad Rhondda to Cardiff bus arrive?

Ystrad Rhondda to Cardiff bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, arrive at Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 6.

What is the time difference between Ystrad Rhondda and Cardiff?

Cardiff is 1h behind Ystrad Rhondda. It is currently 12:59 AM in Ystrad Rhondda and 11:59 PM in Cardiff.

Where does the Ystrad Rhondda to Cardiff train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ystrad Rhondda to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Ystrad Rhondda to Cardiff is 20 miles. It takes approximately 37 min to drive from Ystrad Rhondda to Cardiff.

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

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Ystrad Rhondda to Cardiff - 4 ways to travel via train, and line 130 bus

There are 4 ways to get from Ystrad 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
£7–10
Drive 19.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ystrad Rhondda to Cardiffcar 19.8 mi
37 min
£5–7
Line 130 bus, line 132 bus
1. Take the bus from Gelligaled Inn to Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 6bus 130
2. Take the bus from Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 8 to Greyfriars Road GFbus 132 / ...
1h 51m
£9–14
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ystrad Rhondda to Cardifftaxi 19.8 mi
37 min
£45–55

Ystrad Rhondda to Cardiff by train

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Distance: 18 mi
Duration: 44 min

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

Transport for Wales operates a train from Ystrad Rhondda to Cathays hourly. Tickets cost £7–10 and the journey takes 44 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Gelligaled Inn to Greyfriars Road GF via Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 8 in around 1h 51m.

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