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

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Pontyclun is to bus which costs £29 - £60 and takes 6h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Pontyclun is to train which takes 3h 48m and costs £70 - £120.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Pontyclun?

No, there is no direct bus from Manchester to Pontyclun. However, there are services departing from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange and arriving at Cwrt Bethel via Bus Station and Talbot Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 53m.

Is there a direct train between Manchester and Pontyclun?

No, there is no direct train from Manchester to Pontyclun. However, there are services departing from Manchester Piccadilly and arriving at Pontyclun via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 48m.

How far is it from Manchester to Pontyclun?

The distance between Manchester and Pontyclun is 181 miles. The road distance is 173.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Manchester to Pontyclun without a car is to train which takes 3h 48m and costs £70 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 3h 48m to get from Manchester to Pontyclun, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Pontyclun bus from?

Manchester to Pontyclun bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Pontyclun train from?

Manchester to Pontyclun train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.

Train, bus or fly from Manchester to Pontyclun?

The best way to get from Manchester to Pontyclun is to train which takes 3h 48m and costs £70 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £29 - £60 and takes 6h 53m, you could also fly, which costs £60 - £240 and takes 7h 6m.

Where does the Manchester to Pontyclun bus arrive?

Manchester to Pontyclun bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bristol Bus Station.

Where does the Manchester to Pontyclun train arrive?

Manchester to Pontyclun train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Cardiff Central station.

Can I drive from Manchester to Pontyclun?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Pontyclun is 173 miles. It takes approximately 4h 8m to drive from Manchester to Pontyclun.

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

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Where can I stay near Pontyclun?

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There are 5 ways to get from Manchester to Pontyclun by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Centraltrain Manchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
3h 48m
£72–120
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Bristol Bus Stationbus Uk071
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Sophia Gardensbus 202 / ...
6h 53m
£30–56
Drive 172.2 mi
1. Drive from Manchester to Pontycluncar 172.2 mi
4h 8m
£42–61
Fly
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)plane MAN - CWL
7h 6m
£64–235
Train, line 122 bus
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Centraltrain
3. Take the bus from Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 2 to Cwrt Bethelbus 122
5h 34m
£88–153

Manchester to Pontyclun by train

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Distance: 179.6 mi
Duration: 3h 48m

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

Transport for Wales operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Central hourly. Tickets cost £65–120 and the journey takes 3h 12m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Cwrt Bethel via Bus Station, Sophia Gardens, and Talbot Street in around 6h 53m.

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