The average train between Leeds and Rhondda takes 5h 56m and the fastest train takes 5h 3m. There is a train service every few hours from Leeds to Rhondda. 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 hourly between Leeds and Rhondda. The earliest departure is at 6:11 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Leeds is at 8:15 PM which arrives into Rhondda at 1:21 AM. All services require a transfer at Cheltenham Spa and take an average of 5h 56m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Leeds to Rhondda? 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 Leeds to Rhondda. However, there are services departing from Leeds station and arriving at Rhondda station via Cheltenham Spa. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 56m.
Leeds to Rhondda train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Leeds station.
Leeds to Rhondda train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Cardiff Central station.
Book your Leeds to Rhondda train tickets online with Cross Country and Transport for Wales.
The distance between Leeds and Rhondda is 269.9 km. The road distance is 388 km.
You can take a train from Leeds to Ystrad Rhondda via Cheltenham Spa and Cardiff Central in around 5h 25m.