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

The cheapest way to get from Newport to Pontypridd is to drive which costs £5 - £8 and takes 27 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Newport to Pontypridd is to drive which takes 27 min and costs £5 - £8.

Is there a direct bus between Newport and Pontypridd?

No, there is no direct bus from Newport station to Pontypridd. However, there are services departing from Newport Train Station and arriving at Catherine Street E1 via Greyfriars Road GF. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Newport and Pontypridd?

No, there is no direct train from Newport to Pontypridd. However, there are services departing from Newport (S Wales) and arriving at Pontypridd via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 51 min.

How far is it from Newport to Pontypridd?

The distance between Newport and Pontypridd is 24 miles. The road distance is 20.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Newport to Pontypridd without a car is to train which takes 51 min and costs £8 - £19.

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

It takes approximately 51 min to get from Newport to Pontypridd, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Newport to Pontypridd bus from?

Newport to Pontypridd bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Newport Train Station.

Where do I catch the Newport to Pontypridd train from?

Newport to Pontypridd train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Newport (S Wales) station.

Train or bus from Newport to Pontypridd?

The best way to get from Newport to Pontypridd is to train which takes 51 min and costs £8 - £19. Alternatively, you can bus and line 132 bus, which costs £7 - £13 and takes 1h 50m.

Where does the Newport to Pontypridd bus arrive?

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

Where does the Newport to Pontypridd train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Newport to Pontypridd?

Yes, the driving distance between Newport to Pontypridd is 20 miles. It takes approximately 27 min to drive from Newport to Pontypridd.

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

Book your Newport to Pontypridd train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Newport to Pontypridd?

Book your Newport to Pontypridd bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Pontypridd?

There are 1917+ hotels available in Pontypridd.

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

How to get fromNewport to Pontypridd

Travel from

See all options

Search accommodation with Expedia

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Cardiff Centraltrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Pontypriddtrain Cardiff Central - Treherbert / ...
51 min
£9–19
Drive 20.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Newport to Pontypriddcar 20.2 mi
27 min
£5–8
Bus, line 132 bus
1. Take the bus from Newport Train Station to Cardiff North Roadbus Uk940 / ...
2. Take the bus from Greyfriars Road GF to Catherine Street E1bus 132
1h 50m
£7–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Newport to Pontypriddtaxi 20.2 mi
27 min
£90–110
Bus, line 132 bus via Friars Walk 14
1. Take the bus from Friars Walk 14 to Greyfriars Road GGbus X30 / ...
2. Take the bus from Greyfriars Road GF to Catherine Street E1bus 132
1h 53m

Newport to Pontypridd by train

639Weekly Trains

51 minAverage Duration

£9Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Newport to Pontypridd.

Launch map view

Distance: 24 mi
Duration: 51 min

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

You can take a train from Newport (S Wales) to Pontypridd via Cardiff Central in around 51 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Newport Train Station to Catherine Street E1 via Cardiff North Road and Greyfriars Road GF in around 1h 50m.

Train operators

Bus operators

Other operators

Want to know more about travelling around United Kingdom

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.