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Pontypridd to Welshpool trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Pontypridd and Welshpool takes 3h 51m and the fastest train takes 3h 5m. There is a train service every few hours from Pontypridd to Welshpool. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

3h 51m
Duration
138 mi
Distance
£60
Average price
Every 2 hours
Frequency

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Pontypridd to Welshpool train times

Trains run every 2 hours between Pontypridd and Welshpool. The earliest departure is at 6:43 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Pontypridd is at 11:24 PM which arrives into Welshpool at 7:48 AM. All services require a transfer at Cardiff Central and take an average of 3h 51m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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  • Distance: 137.6 mi
  • Duration: 3h 51m

What companies run services between Pontypridd, Wales and Welshpool, Wales?

Transport for Wales operates a train from Cardiff Central to Shrewsbury hourly. Tickets cost £40–70 and the journey takes 1h 58m.

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