The average train between Newtown and Pontypridd takes 4h 9m and the fastest train takes 3h 15m. There is a train service every few hours from Newtown 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 every 2 hours between Newtown and Pontypridd. The earliest departure is at 6:26 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Newtown is at 8:45 PM which arrives into Pontypridd at 12:59 AM. All services require a transfer at Shrewsbury and take an average of 4h 9m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Newtown 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 Newtown to Pontypridd. However, there are services departing from Newtown station and arriving at Pontypridd station via Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 9m.
Newtown to Pontypridd train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Newtown (Powys) station.
Newtown to Pontypridd train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Cardiff Central station.
Book your Newtown to Pontypridd train tickets online with Transport for Wales.
The distance between Newtown and Pontypridd is 101.4 km. The road distance is 243 km.
You can take a train from Newtown (Powys) to Pontypridd via Shrewsbury and Cardiff Central in around 3h 42m.