The average train between Plymouth and Pontypridd takes 4h 5m and the fastest train takes 3h 30m. There is a train service every few hours from Plymouth 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 Plymouth and Pontypridd. The earliest departure is at 5:25 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Plymouth is at 8:14 PM which arrives into Pontypridd at 5:59 AM. All services require a transfer at Bristol Temple Meads and take an average of 4h 5m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Plymouth 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 Plymouth to Pontypridd. However, there are services departing from Plymouth station and arriving at Pontypridd station via Bristol Temple Meads. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 5m.
Plymouth to Pontypridd train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Plymouth station.
Plymouth to Pontypridd train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Cardiff Central station.
Book your Plymouth to Pontypridd train tickets online with Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) and Transport for Wales.
The distance between Plymouth and Pontypridd is 147.9 km. The road distance is 285 km.
You can take a train from Plymouth to Pontypridd via Bristol Temple Meads and Cardiff Central in around 3h 37m.