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

The cheapest way to get from Pontypridd to Blackpool is to bus which costs £50 - £120 and takes 8h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Pontypridd to Blackpool is to drive which takes 4h 13m and costs £45 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Pontypridd and Blackpool?

No, there is no direct bus from Pontypridd to Blackpool. However, there are services departing from Catherine Street E2 and arriving at National Express Coach Facility via Kingsway GR, Sophia Gardens and Manchester Central Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 34m.

Is there a direct train between Pontypridd and Blackpool?

No, there is no direct train from Pontypridd to Blackpool. However, there are services departing from Pontypridd and arriving at Blackpool North via Cardiff Central, Crewe and Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 28m.

How far is it from Pontypridd to Blackpool?

The distance between Pontypridd and Blackpool is 220 miles. The road distance is 202.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Pontypridd to Blackpool without a car is to train via Crewe which takes 5h 28m and costs £75 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 5h 28m to get from Pontypridd to Blackpool, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pontypridd to Blackpool bus from?

Pontypridd to Blackpool bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sophia Gardens station.

Where do I catch the Pontypridd to Blackpool train from?

Pontypridd to Blackpool train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Pontypridd to Blackpool?

The best way to get from Pontypridd to Blackpool is to train via Crewe which takes 5h 28m and costs £75 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £50 - £120 and takes 8h 34m.

Where does the Pontypridd to Blackpool bus arrive?

Pontypridd to Blackpool bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where does the Pontypridd to Blackpool train arrive?

Pontypridd to Blackpool train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Crewe station.

Can I drive from Pontypridd to Blackpool?

Yes, the driving distance between Pontypridd to Blackpool is 202 miles. It takes approximately 4h 13m to drive from Pontypridd to Blackpool.

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Train via Crewe
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Crewetrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Prestontrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
5h 28m
£76–146
Drive 201 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Pontypridd to Blackpoolcar 201 mi
4h 13m
£49–71
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus Cpa
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to National Express Coach Facilitybus 121 / ...
8h 34m
£51–116
Train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadillytrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Blackpool Northtrain Manchester Airport - Blackpool North / ...
6h 20m
£89–163
Train via Birmingham
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New Streettrain Cardiff Central - Nottingham / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Prestontrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
6h 30m
£101–171

Pontypridd to Blackpool by train

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Distance: 218.5 mi
Duration: 5h 28m

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

You can take a train from Pontypridd to Blackpool North via Cardiff Central, Crewe, and Preston in around 5h 28m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Catherine Street E2 to National Express Coach Facility via Greyfriars Road GJ, Kingsway GR, Talbot Street, Sophia Gardens, and Manchester Central Coach Station in around 8h 34m.

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