What is the cheapest way to get from Birmingham to Pontyclun?

The cheapest way to get from Birmingham to Pontyclun is to drive which costs £27 - £40 and takes 2h 5m.

What is the fastest way to get from Birmingham to Pontyclun?

The fastest way to get from Birmingham to Pontyclun is to drive which takes 2h 5m and costs £27 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Birmingham and Pontyclun?

No, there is no direct bus from Birmingham station to Pontyclun. However, there are services departing from Birmingham Coach Station and arriving at Cwrt Bethel via Talbot Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 42m.

Is there a direct train between Birmingham and Pontyclun?

No, there is no direct train from Birmingham to Pontyclun. However, there are services departing from Birmingham New Street and arriving at Pontyclun via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 31m.

How far is it from Birmingham to Pontyclun?

The distance between Birmingham and Pontyclun is 119 miles. The road distance is 115.1 miles.

How do I travel from Birmingham to Pontyclun without a car?

The best way to get from Birmingham to Pontyclun without a car is to train which takes 2h 31m and costs £60 - £90.

How long does it take to get from Birmingham to Pontyclun?

It takes approximately 2h 31m to get from Birmingham to Pontyclun, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Birmingham to Pontyclun bus from?

Birmingham to Pontyclun bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Birmingham Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Birmingham to Pontyclun train from?

Birmingham to Pontyclun train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Birmingham New Street station.

Train or bus from Birmingham to Pontyclun?

The best way to get from Birmingham to Pontyclun is to train which takes 2h 31m and costs £60 - £90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £29 - £65 and takes 4h 42m.

Where does the Birmingham to Pontyclun bus arrive?

Birmingham to Pontyclun bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Sophia Gardens station.

Where does the Birmingham to Pontyclun train arrive?

Birmingham to Pontyclun train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Cardiff Central station.

Can I drive from Birmingham to Pontyclun?

Yes, the driving distance between Birmingham to Pontyclun is 115 miles. It takes approximately 2h 5m to drive from Birmingham to Pontyclun.

How do I get a train ticket from Birmingham to Pontyclun?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Birmingham to Pontyclun?

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Where can I stay near Pontyclun?

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Birmingham to Pontyclun - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car

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There are 4 ways to get from Birmingham to Pontyclun by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Centraltrain Nottingham - Cardiff Central / ...
2h 31m
£63–90
Drive 114.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Birmingham to Pontycluncar 114.5 mi
2h 5m
£28–41
Bus
1. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Sophia Gardensbus 111 / ...
4h 42m
£29–65
Train, line 122 bus
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Herefordtrain
2. Take the train from Hereford to Cardiff Centraltrain
3. Take the bus from Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 2 to Cwrt Bethelbus 122
4h 16m
£44–93

Birmingham to Pontyclun by train

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Distance: 118.6 mi
Duration: 2h 31m

What companies run services between Birmingham, England and Pontyclun, Wales?

Cross Country operates a train from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Central hourly. Tickets cost £55–85 and the journey takes 1h 55m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Sophia Gardens 5 times a day. Tickets cost £25–60 and the journey takes 3h 30m.

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