The average train between Pontypridd and Leicester takes 4h 11m and the fastest train takes 3h 40m. There is a train service every few hours from Pontypridd to Leicester. 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 Leicester. 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 Leicester at 6:13 AM. All services require a transfer at Cardiff Central and take an average of 4h 11m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Pontypridd to Leicester? 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 Leicester. However, there are services departing from Pontypridd station and arriving at Leicester station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 11m.
Pontypridd to Leicester train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Cardiff Central station.
Pontypridd to Leicester train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Leicester station.
Book your Pontypridd to Leicester train tickets online with Transport for Wales and Cross Country.
The distance between Pontypridd and Leicester is 189.9 km. The road distance is 256 km.
You can take a train from Pontypridd to Leicester via Cardiff Central and Birmingham New Street in around 4h 41m.