The average train between Bridgend and Pontypridd takes 1h 6m and the fastest train takes 56 min. The train runs at least 2 times per hour from Bridgend to Pontypridd. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 30 minutes between Bridgend and Pontypridd. The earliest departure is at 4:26 AM at night, and the last departure from Bridgend is at 11:15 PM which arrives into Pontypridd at 12:17 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 1h 6m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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No, there is no direct train from Bridgend to Pontypridd. However, there are services departing from Bridgend station and arriving at Pontypridd station via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 6m.
Bridgend to Pontypridd train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Bridgend station.
Bridgend to Pontypridd train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Pontypridd station.
Book your Bridgend to Pontypridd train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR) and Transport for Wales.
The distance between Bridgend and Pontypridd is 19.5 km. The road distance is 52 km.
You can take a train from Bridgend to Pontypridd via Cardiff Central in around 58 min.
