The average train between Rochdale and Pontypridd takes 7h 45m and the fastest train takes 4h 45m. The train service runs several times per day from Rochdale 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 twice daily between Rochdale and Pontypridd. The earliest departure is at 12:09 AM at night, and the last departure from Rochdale is at 7:45 PM which arrives into Pontypridd at 5:59 AM. All services require a transfer at Manchester Victoria and take an average of 7h 45m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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No, there is no direct train from Rochdale to Pontypridd. However, there are services departing from Rochdale station and arriving at Pontypridd station via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 45m.
Rochdale to Pontypridd train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.
Rochdale to Pontypridd train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Cardiff Central station.
Book your Rochdale to Pontypridd train tickets online with Northern Trains Limited, Metrolink and Transport for Wales.
The distance between Rochdale and Pontypridd is 238 km. The road distance is 309 km.
Transport for Wales operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Central hourly. Tickets cost £65–110 and the journey takes 3h 12m.
