The average train between Leicester and Pontypridd takes 4h 32m and the fastest train takes 3h 36m. There is a train service every few hours from Leicester 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 Leicester and Pontypridd. The earliest departure is at 6:17 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Leicester is at 10:56 PM which arrives into Pontypridd at 8:27 AM. All services require a transfer at Birmingham New Street and take an average of 4h 32m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Leicester 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 Leicester to Pontypridd. However, there are services departing from Leicester station and arriving at Pontypridd station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 32m.
Leicester to Pontypridd train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Leicester station.
Leicester to Pontypridd train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Cardiff Central station.
Book your Leicester to Pontypridd train tickets online with Cross Country and Transport for Wales.
The distance between Leicester and Pontypridd is 189.9 km. The road distance is 256 km.
You can take a train from Leicester to Pontypridd via Birmingham New Street and Cardiff Central in around 4h 20m.