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

The cheapest way to get from Pontypridd to Colchester is to drive which costs £50 - £80 and takes 4h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Pontypridd to Colchester is to drive which takes 4h 4m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct train between Pontypridd and Colchester?

No, there is no direct train from Pontypridd to Colchester. However, there are services departing from Pontypridd and arriving at Colchester via Cardiff Central, London Paddington and Stratford (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 8m.

How far is it from Pontypridd to Colchester?

The distance between Pontypridd and Colchester is 214 miles. The road distance is 217.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Pontypridd to Colchester without a car is to train which takes 4h 8m and costs £90 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 4h 8m to get from Pontypridd to Colchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pontypridd to Colchester train from?

Pontypridd to Colchester train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Cardiff Central station.

Where does the Pontypridd to Colchester train arrive?

Pontypridd to Colchester train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Pontypridd to Colchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Pontypridd to Colchester is 218 miles. It takes approximately 4h 4m to drive from Pontypridd to Colchester.

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

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Where can I stay near Colchester?

There are 1041+ hotels available in Colchester.

Pontypridd to Colchester - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Pontypridd to Colchester by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to London Paddingtontrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Colchestertrain London Liverpool Street - Norwich / ...
4h 8m
£92–165
Drive 216.6 mi
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1. Drive from Pontypridd to Colchestercar 216.6 mi
4h 4m
£54–78
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to London Heathrow Airport Terminal 5bus
2. Take the train from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Brentwoodtrain
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Osborne Streetbus 371 / ...
10h 5m
£55–100
Fly to London City Airport, train
1. Fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to London City Airport (LCY)plane CWL - LCY
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Colchestertrain
7h 9m
£304–1,152
Fly to Norwich International Airport, train
1. Fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Norwich International Airport (NWI)plane CWL - NWI
2. Take the train from Norwich to Colchestertrain
8h 19m
£137–970
Fly to London Stansted Airport, bus
1. Fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to London Stansted Airport (STN)plane CWL - STN
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to Railway Stationbus
9h 25m
£65–245

Pontypridd to Colchester by train

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Distance: 212.6 mi
Duration: 4h 8m

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

You can take a train from Pontypridd to Colchester via Cardiff Central, London Paddington, and Stratford (London) in around 4h 8m.

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