The average train between Edinburgh and Pontypridd takes 7h 48m and the fastest train takes 6h 34m. The train service runs several times per day from Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh and Pontypridd. The earliest departure is at 1:01 AM at night, and the last departure from Edinburgh is at 6:52 PM which arrives into Pontypridd at 1:57 PM. All services require a transfer at Crewe and take an average of 7h 48m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Edinburgh to Pontypridd? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Edinburgh to Pontypridd. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh station and arriving at Pontypridd station via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 48m.
Edinburgh to Pontypridd train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Edinburgh Waverley station.
Edinburgh to Pontypridd train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Cardiff Central station.
Book your Edinburgh to Pontypridd train tickets online with Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales and Caledonian Sleeper.
The distance between Edinburgh and Pontypridd is 483.8 km. The road distance is 630 km.
You can take a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Pontypridd via Crewe and Cardiff Central in around 7h 3m.