The average train between Pontypridd and Cheltenham takes 2h 1m and the fastest train takes 1h 44m. There is an hourly train service from Pontypridd to Cheltenham. 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 Pontypridd and Cheltenham. The earliest departure is at 5:14 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Pontypridd is at 11:24 PM which arrives into Cheltenham at 9:54 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 1m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Pontypridd to Cheltenham. However, there are services departing from Pontypridd station and arriving at Cheltenham station via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 1m.
Pontypridd to Cheltenham train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Pontypridd station.
Pontypridd to Cheltenham train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Cheltenham Spa station.
Book your Pontypridd to Cheltenham train tickets online with Transport for Wales and Cross Country.
The distance between Pontypridd and Cheltenham is 93 km. The road distance is 120 km.
You can take a train from Pontypridd to Cheltenham Spa via Cardiff Central in around 2h 9m.