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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Cardiff Bay to Pontypridd

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Transport providers

Train operators

Transport for Wales

Phone:
03333 211 202
Website:
tfw.wales/
Train from Cardiff Bay to Pontypridd
Ave. Duration:
32 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$6.33–$10.13

Bus operators

Stagecoach South Wales

Website:
stagecoachbus.com
Bus from Wood Street JA to Cardiff
Ave. Duration:
2 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$2.53–$3.67
Bus from Greyfriars Road Stop GJ to Pontypridd
Ave. Duration:
30 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$6.33–$8.86

First South & West Wales

Phone:
+44 1792 57 22 55
Website:
firstbus.co.uk/south-west-wales
Bus from The Flourish to Cardiff
Ave. Duration:
8 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Bus from Wood Street JA to Cardiff
Ave. Duration:
2 min
Frequency:
4 times a day

Cardiff Bus

Phone:
029 2066 6444
Website:
cardiffbus.com/
Bus from The Flourish to Cardiff
Ave. Duration:
8 min
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$2.52
Bus from Wood Street JA to Cardiff
Ave. Duration:
4 min
Frequency:
Every 5 minutes
Estimated price:
$2.52

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff Bay to Pontypridd?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff Bay to Pontypridd is to drive which costs $4.46 - $6.52 and takes 21 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff Bay to Pontypridd?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff Bay to Pontypridd is to taxi which takes 21 min and costs $40.22 - $48.91 .

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff Bay and Pontypridd?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff Bay to Pontypridd station. However, there are services departing from The Flourish and arriving at Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 5 via Wood Street JA and Greyfriars Road Stop GJ. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 11m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff Bay and Pontypridd?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cardiff Bay and arriving at Pontypridd. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 32 min.

How far is it from Cardiff Bay to Pontypridd?

The distance between Cardiff Bay and Pontypridd is 21 km. The road distance is 22.3 km.

How do I travel from Cardiff Bay to Pontypridd without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff Bay to Pontypridd without a car is to train which takes 32 min and costs $5.43 - $8.70 .

How long does it take to get from Cardiff Bay to Pontypridd?

The train from Cardiff Bay to Pontypridd takes 32 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Cardiff Bay to Pontypridd bus from?

Cardiff Bay to Pontypridd bus services, operated by First South & West Wales, depart from The Flourish station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff Bay to Pontypridd train from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff Bay to Pontypridd?

The best way to get from Cardiff Bay to Pontypridd is to train which takes 32 min and costs $5.43 - $8.70 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $9.24 - $13.04 and takes 1h 11m.

Where does the Cardiff Bay to Pontypridd bus arrive?

Cardiff Bay to Pontypridd bus services, operated by First South & West Wales, arrive at Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 2 station.

Where does the Cardiff Bay to Pontypridd train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff Bay to Pontypridd?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff Bay to Pontypridd is 22 km. It takes approximately 21 min to drive from Cardiff Bay to Pontypridd.

How do I get a train ticket from Cardiff Bay to Pontypridd?

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Where can I stay near Pontypridd?

There are 1408+ hotels available in Pontypridd. Prices start at $56.47 per night.
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