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Cardiff to Port Talbot Bus Schedule
Bus from Cardiff to Port Talbot: Journey Information
There are 15 intercity buses per day from Cardiff to Port Talbot. Traveling by bus from Cardiff to Port Talbot usually takes around 52 minutes, but the fastest National Express bus can make the trip in 45 minutes.
| Distance | 27 mi (44 km) |
| Shortest duration | 0h 45m |
| Cheapest price | DKK 45.15 |
| Trips per day | 15 |
| Most frequent service | National Express |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Cardiff to Port Talbot?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Cardiff to Port Talbot. National Express connects the two cities by bus, it offers multiple scheduled buses per day for you to choose from.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| National Express | 15 | 0h 53m | DKK 56.96 |
Book National Express from Cardiff to Port Talbot from DKK 45. There are 15 trips per day offered by National Express from Cardiff to Port Talbot and you can expect on average to pay for a National Express ticket to Port Talbot. In Cardiff, National Express departs to Port Talbot from 2 Sophia Cl . In Port Talbot, National Express arrives at Bus Station .
An average trip on National Express from Cardiff to Port Talbot takes 0 hours and 53 minutes , while the fastest available National Express trip will get you to Port Talbot in 0 hours and 45 minutes .
On weekends, National Express offers 15 trips per day. A one way ticket costs for a weekend trip to Port Talbot.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Cardiff to Port Talbot
The bus takes an average of 52 minutes to cover the 27 miles from Cardiff to Port Talbot. However, the fastest bus only takes 45 minutes. It's a short trip that goes by very quickly. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
With many people traveling in the middle of the week, Wednesday is the busiest day of the week for bus travel. If you are planning to travel on a Wednesday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Sunday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you are looking for less crowded buses to Port Talbot, book your ticket for the last day of the week.
The first bus leaves at 11:00am and the last bus leaves at 10:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Cardiff to Port Talbot, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 15 scheduled buses that travel from Cardiff to Port Talbot every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Furthermore, all of these are direct buses which you can take the entire route from Cardiff to Port Talbot without transferring.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Cardiff to Port Talbot; ticket prices start at DKK 110.41.
City Information
Cardiff
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Cardiff is the capital of Wales, as well as its largest city. Although the city was initially founded as a Roman fort, Cardiff has glided effortlessly into the 21st century, offering tourists a diverse mix of old and new.
Looking to explore the city's history? Cardiff Castle at the heart of the city makes for an exciting day out, where visitors can learn about the fascinating 2,000 years of history that the castle represents.
If the castle gets you in the mood to explore more history, the St Fagans National Museum of History will surely satisfy your historical appetite. As one of Europe's leading open-air museums, the museum offers historical attractions that detail history back to the Celtic era.
For those seeking a more modern experience, Cardiff boasts a fantastic selection of shops and cafes, with Cardiff Central Market as the top choice for retail therapy.
Cardiff has excellent transport links, making it an easy place to visit no matter where you're coming from. Cardiff Airport provides access for visitors traveling from off the island, while high-speed rail services make access to and from London simple. Cardiff Central Station also offers direct routes from Bristol, Bath, Manchester, Nottingham, as well as other main cities and towns.
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Cardiff?
Main departure station: 2 Sophia Cl
Most buses depart from the main station in Cardiff.
All bus stations in Cardiff:
2 Sophia Cl
Where does the bus arrive in Port Talbot?
Main arrival station: Bus Station
All buses from Cardiff arrive at one main station in Port Talbot.
All bus stations in Port Talbot:
Bus Station
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