The average train between Swindon and Pontypridd takes 1h 58m and the fastest train takes 1h 34m. There is an hourly train service from Swindon 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 hourly between Swindon and Pontypridd. The earliest departure is at 12:01 AM at night, and the last departure from Swindon is at 10:45 PM which arrives into Pontypridd at 5:59 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 1h 58m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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1h 44m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Swindon 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 Swindon to Pontypridd. However, there are services departing from Swindon station and arriving at Pontypridd station via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 58m.
Swindon to Pontypridd train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Swindon station.
Swindon to Pontypridd train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Pontypridd station.
Book your Swindon to Pontypridd train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR) and Transport for Wales.
The distance between Swindon and Pontypridd is 108 km. The road distance is 129 km.
You can take a train from Swindon to Pontypridd via Cardiff Central in around 1h 34m.