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

The cheapest way to get from Heathrow to Pontypridd is to bus which costs £21 - £35 and takes 5h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Heathrow to Pontypridd is to drive which takes 2h 28m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Heathrow and Pontypridd?

No, there is no direct bus from Heathrow station to Pontypridd. However, there are services departing from Heathrow Central Bus Station and arriving at Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 5 via Sophia Gardens. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 53m.

Is there a direct train between Heathrow and Pontypridd?

No, there is no direct train from Heathrow to Pontypridd. However, there are services departing from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 and arriving at Pontypridd via London Paddington and Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 16m.

How far is it from Heathrow to Pontypridd?

The distance between Heathrow and Pontypridd is 172 miles. The road distance is 143 miles.

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

The best way to get from Heathrow to Pontypridd without a car is to train which takes 3h 16m and costs £75 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 3h 16m to get from Heathrow to Pontypridd, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Heathrow to Pontypridd bus from?

Heathrow to Pontypridd bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Heathrow to Pontypridd train from?

Heathrow to Pontypridd train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from London Paddington station.

Train or bus from Heathrow to Pontypridd?

The best way to get from Heathrow to Pontypridd is to train which takes 3h 16m and costs £75 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus via Cardiff Central, which costs £26 - £50 and takes 3h 53m.

Where does the Heathrow to Pontypridd bus arrive?

Heathrow to Pontypridd bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Sophia Gardens station.

Where does the Heathrow to Pontypridd train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Heathrow to Pontypridd?

Yes, the driving distance between Heathrow to Pontypridd is 143 miles. It takes approximately 2h 28m to drive from Heathrow to Pontypridd.

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

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Where can I stay near Pontypridd?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from London Paddington to Cardiff Centraltrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
3h 16m
£75–148
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Cardiff - North Roadbus Uk940 / ...
5h 19m
£22–33
Bus via Cardiff Central
1. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Sophia Gardensbus 201 / ...
3h 53m
£27–47
Drive 142.1 mi
1. Drive from Heathrow to Pontypriddcar 142.1 mi
2h 28m
£36–52

Heathrow to Pontypridd by train

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Distance: 171 mi
Duration: 3h 16m

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from London Paddington to Cardiff Central hourly. Tickets cost £60–110 and the journey takes 1h 56m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Sophia Gardens hourly. Tickets cost £21–40 and the journey takes 3h.

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