The average train between Ruabon and Pontypridd takes 3h 38m and the fastest train takes 3h 10m. The train service runs several times per day from Ruabon to Pontypridd. 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 4 hours between Ruabon and Pontypridd. The earliest departure is at 6:39 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Ruabon is at 10:45 PM which arrives into Pontypridd at 5:59 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 38m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Ruabon to Pontypridd. However, there are services departing from Ruabon station and arriving at Pontypridd station via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 38m.
Ruabon to Pontypridd train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Ruabon station.
Ruabon to Pontypridd train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Cardiff Central station.
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The distance between Ruabon and Pontypridd is 155.4 km. The road distance is 230 km.
Transport for Wales operates a train from Ruabon to Cardiff Central every 4 hours. Tickets cost £45–85 and the journey takes 2h 33m.