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

The cheapest way to get from Pontypridd to Loughborough is to bus which costs £26 - £45 and takes 8h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Pontypridd to Loughborough is to drive which takes 2h 51m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Pontypridd and Loughborough?

No, there is no direct bus from Pontypridd to Loughborough. However, there are services departing from Catherine Street E2 and arriving at Shelthorpe Road via Cardiff North Road, Bus Station, Birmingham Coach Station and St Margaret's Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 56m.

Is there a direct train between Pontypridd and Loughborough?

No, there is no direct train from Pontypridd to Loughborough. However, there are services departing from Pontypridd and arriving at Loughborough (Leics) via Cardiff Central and Derby. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 6m.

How far is it from Pontypridd to Loughborough?

The distance between Pontypridd and Loughborough is 179 miles. The road distance is 153.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Pontypridd to Loughborough without a car is to train which takes 5h 6m and costs £75 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 5h 6m to get from Pontypridd to Loughborough, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pontypridd to Loughborough bus from?

Pontypridd to Loughborough bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Cardiff North Road station.

Where do I catch the Pontypridd to Loughborough train from?

Pontypridd to Loughborough train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Pontypridd to Loughborough?

The best way to get from Pontypridd to Loughborough is to train which takes 5h 6m and costs £75 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus via Birmingham, which costs £30 - £55 and takes 7h 56m.

Where does the Pontypridd to Loughborough bus arrive?

Pontypridd to Loughborough bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bristol Bus Station.

Where does the Pontypridd to Loughborough train arrive?

Pontypridd to Loughborough train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Derby station.

Can I drive from Pontypridd to Loughborough?

Yes, the driving distance between Pontypridd to Loughborough is 153 miles. It takes approximately 2h 51m to drive from Pontypridd to Loughborough.

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

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Where can I stay near Loughborough?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Derbytrain Cardiff Central - Nottingham / ...
5h 6m
£76–118
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to Bristol Bus Stationbus Uk940 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Leicester St Margaret's Bus Stationbus Uk087
8h 35m
£26–42
Bus via Birmingham
1. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to Bristol Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 111 / ...
3. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to St Margaret's Bus Stationbus 777 / ...
7h 56m
£31–52
Drive 152.5 mi
1. Drive from Pontypridd to Loughboroughcar 152.5 mi
2h 51m
£38–55

Pontypridd to Loughborough by train

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Distance: 177.8 mi
Duration: 5h 6m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Cardiff Central to Derby hourly. Tickets cost £65–100 and the journey takes 2h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Catherine Street E2 to Shelthorpe Road via Greyfriars Road GJ, Cardiff North Road, Bus Station, Birmingham Coach Station, and St Margaret's Bus Station in around 7h 56m.

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