The average train between Birmingham Airport (BHX) and Pontypridd takes 3h 40m and the fastest train takes 2h 52m. There is a train service every few hours from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Pontypridd. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Birmingham Airport (BHX) and Pontypridd. The earliest departure is at 12:30 AM at night, and the last departure from Birmingham Airport (BHX) is at 8:02 PM which arrives into Pontypridd at 11:30 PM. All services require a transfer at Birmingham Intl Rail Station and take an average of 3h 40m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Pontypridd? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Pontypridd. However, there are services departing from Birmingham Airport (BHX) station and arriving at Pontypridd station via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 40m.
Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Pontypridd train services, operated by Air-Rail Link, depart from Birmingham New Street station.
Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Pontypridd train services, operated by Air-Rail Link, arrive at Cardiff Central station.
The distance between Birmingham Airport (BHX) and Pontypridd is 145.1 km. The road distance is 207 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Central hourly. Tickets cost £55–85 and the journey takes 1h 55m.