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 £24 - £55 and takes 6h 4m.

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 - £55.

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 Catherine Street E1 via Public Transport Interchange and Greyfriars Road GF. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 4m.

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 37m.

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 37m and costs £75 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 3h 37m 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 Stagecoach South West, 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 37m and costs £75 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £24 - £55 and takes 6h 4m.

Where does the Plymouth to Pontypridd bus arrive?

Plymouth to Pontypridd bus services, operated by Stagecoach South West, arrive at Public Transport Interchange 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?

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There are 5 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 Portsmouth Harbour - Cardiff Central / ...
3h 37m
£77–152
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Plymouth Coach Station to Public Transport Interchangebus Fal
2. Take the bus from Public Transport Interchange to Kingsway GRbus 216
6h 4m
£25–54
Drive 156.4 mi
1. Drive from Plymouth to Pontypriddcar 156.4 mi
2h 44m
£38–55
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
£78–153
Bus via Bristol
1. Take the bus from Plymouth Coach Station to Bristol Bus Stationbus Uk087 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Cardiff North Roadbus Uk940 / ...
6h 29m
£26–84

Plymouth to Pontypridd by train

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Distance: 176.9 mi
Duration: 3h 37m

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 37m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Plymouth Coach Station to Catherine Street E1 via Public Transport Interchange, Kingsway GR, and Greyfriars Road GF in around 6h 4m.

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