What is the cheapest way to get from Stoke-on-Trent to Pontypridd?

The cheapest way to get from Stoke-on-Trent to Pontypridd is to bus which costs £26 - £60 and takes 7h 4m.

What is the fastest way to get from Stoke-on-Trent to Pontypridd?

The fastest way to get from Stoke-on-Trent to Pontypridd is to drive which takes 3h 1m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Stoke-on-Trent and Pontypridd?

No, there is no direct bus from Stoke-on-Trent to Pontypridd. However, there are services departing from Stoke-on-Trent and arriving at Catherine Street E1 via Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway, Bristol Bus Station and Greyfriars Road GF. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 4m.

Is there a direct train between Stoke-on-Trent and Pontypridd?

No, there is no direct train from Stoke-on-Trent to Pontypridd. However, there are services departing from Stoke-on-Trent and arriving at Pontypridd via Birmingham New Street and Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 15m.

How far is it from Stoke-on-Trent to Pontypridd?

The distance between Stoke-on-Trent and Pontypridd is 165 miles. The road distance is 135.9 miles.

How do I travel from Stoke-on-Trent to Pontypridd without a car?

The best way to get from Stoke-on-Trent to Pontypridd without a car is to train which takes 4h 15m and costs £70 - £140.

How long does it take to get from Stoke-on-Trent to Pontypridd?

It takes approximately 4h 15m to get from Stoke-on-Trent to Pontypridd, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stoke-on-Trent to Pontypridd bus from?

Stoke-on-Trent to Pontypridd bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Stoke-on-Trent station.

Where do I catch the Stoke-on-Trent to Pontypridd train from?

Stoke-on-Trent to Pontypridd train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Stoke-on-Trent station.

Train or bus from Stoke-on-Trent to Pontypridd?

The best way to get from Stoke-on-Trent to Pontypridd is to train which takes 4h 15m and costs £70 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £26 - £60 and takes 7h 4m.

Where does the Stoke-on-Trent to Pontypridd bus arrive?

Stoke-on-Trent to Pontypridd bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway station.

Where does the Stoke-on-Trent to Pontypridd train arrive?

Stoke-on-Trent to Pontypridd train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Stoke-on-Trent to Pontypridd?

Yes, the driving distance between Stoke-on-Trent to Pontypridd is 136 miles. It takes approximately 3h 1m to drive from Stoke-on-Trent to Pontypridd.

How do I get a train ticket from Stoke-on-Trent to Pontypridd?

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Where can I stay near Pontypridd?

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Stoke-on-Trent to Pontypridd - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Stoke-on-Trent to Pontypridd by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Stoke-on-Trent to Birmingham New Streettrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Centraltrain Nottingham - Cardiff Central / ...
4h 15m
£75–131
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Stoke-on-Trent to Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queenswaybus
2. Take the bus from Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway to Bristol Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Cardiff North Roadbus
7h 4m
£27–57
Drive 135.1 mi
1. Drive from Stoke-on-Trent to Pontypriddcar 135.1 mi
3h 1m
£33–48
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Queensway flyover to Railway Stationbus 64
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Cardiff Centraltrain Holyhead - Cardiff Central / ...
4h 52m

Stoke-on-Trent to Pontypridd by train

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Distance: 164 mi
Duration: 4h 15m

What companies run services between Stoke-on-Trent, England and Pontypridd, Wales?

You can take a train from Stoke-on-Trent to Pontypridd via Birmingham New Street and Cardiff Central in around 4h 15m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Stoke-on-Trent to Catherine Street E1 via Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway, Bristol Bus Station, Cardiff North Road, and Greyfriars Road GF in around 7h 4m.

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