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

The cheapest way to get from Caernarfon to Pontypridd is to bus via Newtown which costs £21 - £30 and takes 9h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Caernarfon to Pontypridd is to drive which takes 3h 32m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Caernarfon and Pontypridd?

No, there is no direct bus from Caernarfon station to Pontypridd. However, there are services departing from Caernarfon Bus Station Stand B and arriving at Catherine Street E2 via Bus Depot, Newtown Bus Station Stand 2 and Merthyr Bus Station 8. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 6m.

Is there a direct train between Caernarfon and Pontypridd?

No, there is no direct train from Caernarfon to Pontypridd. However, there are services departing from Bangor (Gwynedd) and arriving at Pontypridd via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 11m.

How far is it from Caernarfon to Pontypridd?

The distance between Caernarfon and Pontypridd is 230 miles. The road distance is 148 miles.

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

The best way to get from Caernarfon to Pontypridd without a car is to train which takes 6h 11m and costs £70 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 6h 11m to get from Caernarfon to Pontypridd, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Caernarfon to Pontypridd bus from?

Caernarfon to Pontypridd bus services, operated by TaithCymru, depart from Caernarfon Bus Station Stand B.

Where do I catch the Caernarfon to Pontypridd train from?

Caernarfon to Pontypridd train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Bangor (Gwynedd) station.

Train or bus from Caernarfon to Pontypridd?

The best way to get from Caernarfon to Pontypridd is to train which takes 6h 11m and costs £70 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus via Newtown, which costs £21 - £30 and takes 9h 6m.

Where does the Caernarfon to Pontypridd bus arrive?

Caernarfon to Pontypridd bus services, operated by TaithCymru, arrive at Clock station.

Where does the Caernarfon to Pontypridd train arrive?

Caernarfon to Pontypridd train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Cardiff Central station.

Can I drive from Caernarfon to Pontypridd?

Yes, the driving distance between Caernarfon to Pontypridd is 148 miles. It takes approximately 3h 32m to drive from Caernarfon to Pontypridd.

Where can I stay near Pontypridd?

There are 1971+ hotels available in Pontypridd.

Caernarfon to Pontypridd - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Caernarfon to Pontypridd by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bangor (Gwynedd) to Cardiff Centraltrain Holyhead - Cardiff Central
6h 11m
£74–117
Bus via Newtown
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Caernarfon Bus Station Stand B to Clockbus 1
2. Take the bus from Bus Depot to Newtown Bus Stationbus X85
3. Take the bus from Newtown Bus Station Stand 2 to Merthyr Bus Station 7bus T4
9h 6m
£22–30
Drive 147.1 mi
1. Drive from Caernarfon to Pontypriddcar 147.1 mi
3h 32m
£37–54
Bus
1. Take the bus from Turf Square to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4bus T2
2. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 to Tresillian Waybus T1c
10h 6m

Caernarfon to Pontypridd by bus and train

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6h 11mAverage Duration

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Distance: 228.4 mi
Duration: 6h 11m

What companies run services between Caernarfon, Wales and Pontypridd, Wales?

Transport for Wales operates a train from Bangor (Gwynedd) to Cardiff Central every 4 hours. Tickets cost £65–110 and the journey takes 4h 12m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Caernarfon Bus Station Stand B to Catherine Street E2 via Clock, Bus Depot, Newtown Bus Station Stand 2, and Merthyr Bus Station 8 in around 9h 6m.

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