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Manchester to Pontyclun trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Manchester and Pontyclun takes 4h 10m and the fastest train takes 3h 31m. There is a train service every few hours from Manchester to Pontyclun. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

4h 10m
Duration
180 mi
Distance
£86
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

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  1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Centraltrain train Manchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
3h 49m
£73–123

Manchester to Pontyclun train times

Trains run hourly between Manchester and Pontyclun. The earliest departure is at 6:27 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Manchester is at 8:30 PM which arrives into Pontyclun at 5:54 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 10m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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  • Distance: 179.6 mi
  • Duration: 4h 10m

What companies run services between Manchester, England and Pontyclun, Wales?

Transport for Wales operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Central hourly. Tickets cost £65–120 and the journey takes 3h 12m.

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