The average train between Colwyn Bay and Pontypridd takes 4h 30m and the fastest train takes 4h 11m. The train service runs several times per day from Colwyn Bay 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 4 hours between Colwyn Bay and Pontypridd. The earliest departure is at 5:26 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Colwyn Bay is at 5:32 PM which arrives into Pontypridd at 10:02 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 30m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Colwyn Bay to Pontypridd. However, there are services departing from Colwyn Bay station and arriving at Pontypridd station via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 30m.
Colwyn Bay to Pontypridd train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Colwyn Bay station.
Colwyn Bay to Pontypridd train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Cardiff Central station.
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The distance between Colwyn Bay and Pontypridd is 190 km. The road distance is 322 km.
Transport for Wales operates a train from Colwyn Bay to Cardiff Central every 4 hours. Tickets cost £70–130 and the journey takes 3h 45m.