The average train between Essex and Pontypridd takes 4h 39m and the fastest train takes 4h 4m. There is a train service every few hours from Essex 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 Essex and Pontypridd. The earliest departure is at 6:51 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Essex is at 9:08 PM which arrives into Pontypridd at 5:59 AM. All services require a transfer at Stratford and take an average of 4h 39m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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No, there is no direct train from Essex to Pontypridd. However, there are services departing from Essex station and arriving at Pontypridd station via Stratford (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 39m.
Essex to Pontypridd train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from White Notley station.
Essex to Pontypridd train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Cardiff Central station.
Book your Essex to Pontypridd train tickets online with Greater Anglia, Elizabeth Line (TfL) and 2 other operators.
The distance between Essex and Pontypridd is 271.6 km. The road distance is 326 km.
You can take a train from White Notley to Pontypridd via Stratford, London Paddington, and Cardiff Central in around 4h 13m.