The average train between Pontypridd and Manchester takes 4h 26m and the fastest train takes 3h 58m. There is a train service every few hours from Pontypridd to Manchester. 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 Manchester. The earliest departure is at 6:03 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Pontypridd is at 11:24 PM which arrives into Manchester at 8:12 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 26m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Pontypridd to Manchester. However, there are services departing from Pontypridd station and arriving at Manchester station via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 26m.
Pontypridd to Manchester train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Cardiff Central station.
Pontypridd to Manchester train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.
Book your Pontypridd to Manchester train tickets online with Transport for Wales.
The distance between Pontypridd and Manchester is 221.9 km. The road distance is 291 km.
Transport for Wales operates a train from Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadilly hourly. Tickets cost £60–110 and the journey takes 3h 18m.