The average train between Pontypridd and Birmingham takes 2h 40m and the fastest train takes 2h 32m. There is a train service every few hours from Pontypridd to Birmingham. 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 Pontypridd and Birmingham. The earliest departure is at 6:03 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Pontypridd is at 9:06 PM which arrives into Birmingham at 12:01 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 40m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Pontypridd to Birmingham. However, there are services departing from Pontypridd station and arriving at Birmingham station via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 40m.
Pontypridd to Birmingham train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Pontypridd station.
Pontypridd to Birmingham train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.
Book your Pontypridd to Birmingham train tickets online with Transport for Wales and Cross Country.
The distance between Pontypridd and Birmingham is 138.9 km. The road distance is 193 km.
You can take a train from Pontypridd to Birmingham New Street via Cardiff Central in around 3h 21m.