What is the cheapest way to get from Bristol to Pontypridd?

The cheapest way to get from Bristol to Pontypridd is to bus and line 132 bus which costs £11 - £19 and takes 2h 36m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bristol to Pontypridd?

The fastest way to get from Bristol to Pontypridd is to drive which takes 59 min and costs £12 - £18.

Is there a direct bus between Bristol and Pontypridd?

No, there is no direct bus from Bristol station to Pontypridd. However, there are services departing from Bristol Bus Station and arriving at Catherine Street E1 via Greyfriars Road GF. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 36m.

Is there a direct train between Bristol and Pontypridd?

No, there is no direct train from Bristol to Pontypridd. However, there are services departing from Bristol Temple Meads and arriving at Pontypridd via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 22m.

How far is it from Bristol to Pontypridd?

The distance between Bristol and Pontypridd is 50 miles. The road distance is 49.5 miles.

How do I travel from Bristol to Pontypridd without a car?

The best way to get from Bristol to Pontypridd without a car is to train which takes 1h 22m and costs £20 - £45.

How long does it take to get from Bristol to Pontypridd?

It takes approximately 1h 22m to get from Bristol to Pontypridd, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bristol to Pontypridd bus from?

Bristol to Pontypridd bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Bristol Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Bristol to Pontypridd train from?

Bristol to Pontypridd train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Bristol Temple Meads station.

Train or bus from Bristol to Pontypridd?

The best way to get from Bristol to Pontypridd is to train which takes 1h 22m and costs £20 - £45. Alternatively, you can bus and line 132 bus, which costs £11 - £19 and takes 2h 36m.

Where does the Bristol to Pontypridd bus arrive?

Bristol to Pontypridd bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Cardiff North Road station.

Where does the Bristol to Pontypridd train arrive?

Bristol to Pontypridd train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Cardiff Central station.

Can I drive from Bristol to Pontypridd?

Yes, the driving distance between Bristol to Pontypridd is 50 miles. It takes approximately 59 min to drive from Bristol to Pontypridd.

How do I get a train ticket from Bristol to Pontypridd?

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Where can I stay near Pontypridd?

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Bristol to Pontypridd - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, line 132 bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Bristol to Pontypridd by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain Portsmouth Harbour - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Pontypriddtrain Cardiff Central - Treherbert / ...
1h 22m
£20–41
Bus, line 132 bus
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1. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Cardiff North Roadbus Uk940 / ...
2. Take the bus from Greyfriars Road GF to Catherine Street E1bus 132
2h 36m
£11–18
Drive 49.3 mi
1. Drive from Bristol to Pontypriddcar 49.3 mi
59 min
£12–18
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Bristol to Pontypriddtaxi 49.3 mi
59 min
£130–160
Bus, line 132 bus via Three Elms
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Sophia Gardensbus 202 / ...
2. Take the bus from Three Elms to Catherine Street E1bus 132
2h 40m
£16–31

Bristol to Pontypridd by train

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Distance: 50.2 mi
Duration: 1h 22m

What companies run services between Bristol, England and Pontypridd, Wales?

You can take a train from Bristol Temple Meads to Pontypridd via Cardiff Central in around 1h 22m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bristol Bus Station to Catherine Street E1 via Cardiff North Road and Greyfriars Road GF in around 2h 36m.

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