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

The cheapest way to get from Pontypridd to Telford is to drive which costs £25 - £40 and takes 2h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Pontypridd to Telford is to drive which takes 2h 17m and costs £25 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Pontypridd and Telford?

No, there is no direct bus from Pontypridd station to Telford station. However, there are services departing from Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 5 and arriving at Bus Station via Merthyr Bus Station Stand 2 and Newtown Bus Station Stand 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 41m.

Is there a direct train between Pontypridd and Telford?

No, there is no direct train from Pontypridd to Telford. However, there are services departing from Pontypridd and arriving at Telford Central via Cardiff Central and Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 31m.

How far is it from Pontypridd to Telford?

The distance between Pontypridd and Telford is 133 miles. The road distance is 105.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Pontypridd to Telford without a car is to train which takes 3h 31m and costs £45 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 3h 31m to get from Pontypridd to Telford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pontypridd to Telford bus from?

Pontypridd to Telford bus services, operated by Celtic Travel, depart from Merthyr Bus Station Stand 2.

Where do I catch the Pontypridd to Telford train from?

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

Train or bus from Pontypridd to Telford?

The best way to get from Pontypridd to Telford is to train which takes 3h 31m and costs £45 - £100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 6h 41m.

Where does the Pontypridd to Telford bus arrive?

Pontypridd to Telford bus services, operated by Celtic Travel, arrive at Newtown Bus Station Stand 2.

Where does the Pontypridd to Telford train arrive?

Pontypridd to Telford train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Shrewsbury station.

Can I drive from Pontypridd to Telford?

Yes, the driving distance between Pontypridd to Telford is 106 miles. It takes approximately 2h 17m to drive from Pontypridd to Telford.

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

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Shrewsburytrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
3h 31m
£49–95
Drive 105.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Pontypridd to Telfordcar 105.3 mi
2h 17m
£26–38
Bus
1. Take the bus from Merthyr Bus Station Stand 2 to Newtown Bus Station Stand 2bus T4
2. Take the bus from Newtown Bus Station Stand 2 to Bus Stationbus 409
6h 41m
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 Telford Centraltrain Birmingham International - Aberystwyth / ...
4h 11m
£69–117

Pontypridd to Telford by train

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Distance: 132.2 mi
Duration: 3h 31m

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

Transport for Wales operates a train from Cardiff Central to Shrewsbury hourly. Tickets cost £40–75 and the journey takes 1h 58m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 5 to Bus Station via Merthyr Bus Station Stand 2 and Newtown Bus Station Stand 2 in around 6h 41m.

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