The average train between Pontypridd and Aberystwyth takes 5h 25m and the fastest train takes 4h 36m. There is a train service every few hours from Pontypridd to Aberystwyth. 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 2 hours between Pontypridd and Aberystwyth. The earliest departure is at 6:43 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Pontypridd is at 11:38 PM which arrives into Aberystwyth at 9:19 AM. All services require a transfer at Cardiff Central and take an average of 5h 25m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Pontypridd to Aberystwyth? 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 Pontypridd to Aberystwyth. However, there are services departing from Pontypridd station and arriving at Aberystwyth station via Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 25m.
Pontypridd to Aberystwyth train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Cardiff Central station.
Pontypridd to Aberystwyth train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Aberystwyth station.
Book your Pontypridd to Aberystwyth train tickets online with Transport for Wales.
The distance between Pontypridd and Aberystwyth is 103.7 km. The road distance is 320 km.
You can take a train from Pontypridd to Aberystwyth via Cardiff Central and Shrewsbury in around 5h 47m.