The average train between Pontypridd and Essex takes 4h 43m and the fastest train takes 3h 50m. There is a train service every few hours from Pontypridd to Essex. 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 Essex. The earliest departure is at 5:19 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Pontypridd is at 11:24 PM which arrives into Essex at 8:41 AM. All services require a transfer at Cardiff Central and take an average of 4h 43m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Pontypridd to Essex? 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 Pontypridd to Essex. However, there are services departing from Pontypridd station and arriving at Essex station via London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 43m.
Pontypridd to Essex train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Cardiff Central station.
Pontypridd to Essex train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at White Notley station.
Book your Pontypridd to Essex train tickets online with Transport for Wales, Great Western Railway (GWR) and 2 other operators.
The distance between Pontypridd and Essex is 271.6 km. The road distance is 326 km.
You can take a train from Pontypridd to White Notley via Cardiff Central, London Paddington, and Stratford (London) in around 4h 51m.