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Port Talbot to Cardiff Bus Schedule
Bus from Port Talbot to Cardiff: Journey Information
There are 14 intercity buses per day from Port Talbot to Cardiff. Traveling by bus from Port Talbot to Cardiff usually takes around 53 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 | $6.38 |
| Trips per day | 14 |
| Most frequent service | National Express |
| Bus lines | 1 |
What bus companies travel from Port Talbot to Cardiff?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Port Talbot to Cardiff. 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 | 14 | 0h 54m | $8.89 |
Book National Express from Port Talbot to Cardiff from $6. There are 14 trips per day offered by National Express from Port Talbot to Cardiff and you can expect on average to pay for a National Express ticket to Cardiff. In Port Talbot, National Express departs to Cardiff from Bus Station . In Cardiff, National Express arrives at 2 Sophia Cl .
An average trip on National Express from Port Talbot to Cardiff takes 0 hours and 54 minutes , while the fastest available National Express trip will get you to Cardiff in 0 hours and 45 minutes .
On weekends, National Express offers 14 trips per day. A one way ticket costs for a weekend trip to Cardiff.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Port Talbot to Cardiff
The bus takes an average of 53 minutes to cover the 27 miles from Port Talbot to Cardiff. 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.
Friday is the busiest travel day for buses as people head from Port Talbot to Cardiff for the weekend. If you are planning to travel on a Friday, 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 Cardiff, book your ticket for the last day of the week.
The first bus leaves at 1:00am and the last bus leaves at 3:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Port Talbot to Cardiff, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 14 scheduled buses that travel from Port Talbot to Cardiff 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 Port Talbot to Cardiff without transferring.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Port Talbot to Cardiff; ticket prices start at $17.02.
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 Port Talbot?
Main departure station: Bus Station
Most buses depart from the main station in Port Talbot.
All bus stations in Port Talbot:
Bus Station
Where does the bus arrive in Cardiff?
Main arrival station: 2 Sophia Cl
All buses from Port Talbot arrive at one main station in Cardiff.
All bus stations in Cardiff:
2 Sophia Cl
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