The average train between Scotland and Pontypridd takes 8h 1m and the fastest train takes 6h 27m. The train service runs several times per day from Scotland 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 Scotland and Pontypridd. The earliest departure is at 5:48 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Scotland is at 8:08 PM which arrives into Pontypridd at 8:27 AM. All services require a transfer at Crewe and take an average of 8h 1m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Scotland to Pontypridd? 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 Scotland to Pontypridd. However, there are services departing from Scotland station and arriving at Pontypridd station via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 1m.
Scotland to Pontypridd train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Glasgow Central station.
Scotland to Pontypridd train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Cardiff Central station.
Book your Scotland to Pontypridd train tickets online with Avanti West Coast and Transport for Wales.
The distance between Scotland and Pontypridd is 578.6 km. The road distance is 630 km.
You can take a train from Glasgow Central to Pontypridd via Crewe and Cardiff Central in around 7h 6m.