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Leeds to Pontypridd trains

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The average train between Leeds and Pontypridd takes 5h 17m and the fastest train takes 4h 41m. There is a train service every few hours from Leeds 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.

5h 17m
Duration
244 mi
Distance
£126
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Train

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4h 36m
£103–162

Leeds to Pontypridd train times

Trains run hourly between Leeds and Pontypridd. The earliest departure is at 6:11 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Leeds is at 8:15 PM which arrives into Pontypridd at 5:59 AM. All services require a transfer at Bristol Parkway and take an average of 5h 17m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Sunday, October 11, 2026

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    Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales10h 44m • 2 changes

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    Cross CountryCross CountryTransport for Wales10h 42m • 2 changes

Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales4h 46m • 2 changes

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    Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales4h 47m • 2 changes

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    Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales4h 42m • 2 changes

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    Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales4h 42m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales4h 46m • 2 changes

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    Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales4h 47m • 2 changes

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    Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales4h 42m • 2 changes

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    Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales4h 42m • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales4h 46m • 2 changes

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    Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales4h 47m • 2 changes

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    Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales4h 42m • 2 changes

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    Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales4h 42m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, October 15, 2026

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    Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales4h 46m • 2 changes

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    Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales4h 47m • 2 changes

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    Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales4h 42m • 2 changes

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    Cross CountryGreat Western Railway (GWR)Transport for Wales4h 42m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Leeds 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.

Map of how to get from Leeds to Pontypridd.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 243.6 mi
  • Duration: 5h 17m

What companies run services between Leeds, England and Pontypridd, Wales?

You can take a train from Leeds to Pontypridd via Bristol Parkway and Cardiff Central in around 4h 36m.

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