The average train between Pontypridd and Welshpool takes 3h 56m 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.
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 11:49 AM. All services require a transfer at Cardiff Central and take an average of 3h 56m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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3h 42m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Pontypridd to Welshpool? 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 Welshpool. However, there are services departing from Pontypridd station and arriving at Welshpool station via Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 56m.
Pontypridd to Welshpool train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Cardiff Central station.
Pontypridd to Welshpool train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Shrewsbury station.
Book your Pontypridd to Welshpool train tickets online with Transport for Wales.
The distance between Pontypridd and Welshpool is 118.4 km. The road distance is 221 km.
Transport for Wales operates a train from Cardiff Central to Shrewsbury hourly. Tickets cost £40–75 and the journey takes 1h 58m.