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

The cheapest way to get from Plymouth to Pontypridd is to bus which costs £30 - £55 and takes 4h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Plymouth to Pontypridd is to drive which takes 2h 44m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Plymouth and Pontypridd?

No, there is no direct bus from Plymouth station to Pontypridd. However, there are services departing from Plymouth Coach Station and arriving at Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 5 via Sophia Gardens. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 52m.

Is there a direct train between Plymouth and Pontypridd?

No, there is no direct train from Plymouth to Pontypridd. However, there are services departing from Plymouth and arriving at Pontypridd via Bristol Temple Meads and Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 41m.

How far is it from Plymouth to Pontypridd?

The distance between Plymouth and Pontypridd is 178 miles. The road distance is 157.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Plymouth to Pontypridd without a car is to train which takes 3h 41m and costs £65 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 3h 41m to get from Plymouth to Pontypridd, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Plymouth to Pontypridd bus from?

Plymouth to Pontypridd bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Plymouth Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Plymouth to Pontypridd train from?

Plymouth to Pontypridd train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Plymouth station.

Train or bus from Plymouth to Pontypridd?

The best way to get from Plymouth to Pontypridd is to train which takes 3h 41m and costs £65 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £55 and takes 4h 52m.

Where does the Plymouth to Pontypridd bus arrive?

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

Where does the Plymouth to Pontypridd train arrive?

Plymouth to Pontypridd train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Bristol Temple Meads station.

Can I drive from Plymouth to Pontypridd?

Yes, the driving distance between Plymouth to Pontypridd is 157 miles. It takes approximately 2h 44m to drive from Plymouth to Pontypridd.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Pontypridd?

There are 1992+ hotels available in Pontypridd.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Plymouth to Bristol Temple Meadstrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain Exeter St Davids - Cardiff Central / ...
3h 41m
£69–131
Bus
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1. Take the bus from Plymouth Coach Station to Sophia Gardensbus Cp5
4h 52m
£31–50
Drive 156.4 mi
1. Drive from Plymouth to Pontypriddcar 156.4 mi
2h 44m
£40–57
Train via Exeter
1. Take the train from Plymouth to Exeter St Davidstrain Penzance - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Cardiff Centraltrain Exeter St Davids - Cardiff Central / ...
5h 7m
£71–130

Plymouth to Pontypridd by train

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Distance: 176.9 mi
Duration: 3h 41m

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

You can take a train from Plymouth to Pontypridd via Bristol Temple Meads and Cardiff Central in around 3h 41m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Plymouth Coach Station to Sophia Gardens once a week. Tickets cost £25–45 and the journey takes 4h.

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