What is the cheapest way to get from Aberystwyth to Pontypridd?

The cheapest way to get from Aberystwyth to Pontypridd is to drive which costs £21 - £35 and takes 2h 2m.

What is the fastest way to get from Aberystwyth to Pontypridd?

The fastest way to get from Aberystwyth to Pontypridd is to drive which takes 2h 2m and costs £21 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Aberystwyth and Pontypridd?

No, there is no direct bus from Aberystwyth station to Pontypridd. However, there are services departing from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 and arriving at Catherine Street E2 via Newtown Bus Station Stand 2 and Merthyr Bus Station Stand 8. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 41m.

Is there a direct train between Aberystwyth and Pontypridd?

No, there is no direct train from Aberystwyth to Pontypridd. However, there are services departing from Aberystwyth and arriving at Pontypridd via Shrewsbury and Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 57m.

How far is it from Aberystwyth to Pontypridd?

The distance between Aberystwyth and Pontypridd is 135 miles. The road distance is 88.2 miles.

How do I travel from Aberystwyth to Pontypridd without a car?

The best way to get from Aberystwyth to Pontypridd without a car is to bus which takes 4h 53m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Aberystwyth to Pontypridd?

It takes approximately 4h 53m to get from Aberystwyth to Pontypridd, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Aberystwyth to Pontypridd bus from?

Aberystwyth to Pontypridd bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2.

Where do I catch the Aberystwyth to Pontypridd train from?

Aberystwyth to Pontypridd train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Aberystwyth station.

Train or bus from Aberystwyth to Pontypridd?

The best way to get from Aberystwyth to Pontypridd is to bus which takes 4h 53m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £45 - £130 and takes 4h 57m.

Where does the Aberystwyth to Pontypridd bus arrive?

Aberystwyth to Pontypridd bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Newtown Bus Station Stand 2.

Where does the Aberystwyth to Pontypridd train arrive?

Aberystwyth to Pontypridd train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Shrewsbury station.

Can I drive from Aberystwyth to Pontypridd?

Yes, the driving distance between Aberystwyth to Pontypridd is 88 miles. It takes approximately 2h 2m to drive from Aberystwyth to Pontypridd.

How do I get a train ticket from Aberystwyth to Pontypridd?

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Where can I stay near Pontypridd?

There are 1719+ hotels available in Pontypridd.

Aberystwyth to Pontypridd - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Aberystwyth to Pontypridd by bus, train, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 to Tresillian WayT1c
4h 53m
Drive 87.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Aberystwyth to Pontypridd87.7 mi
2h 2m
£22–32
Train
1. Take the train from Aberystwyth to ShrewsburyAberystwyth - Birmingham International / ...
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Cardiff CentralCrewe - Cardiff Central / ...
4h 57m
£48–121
Bus via Newtown
1. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 to Newtown Bus Station Stand 2409
2. Take the bus from Newtown Bus Station Stand 2 to Merthyr Bus Station Stand 7T4
5h 41m

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 134.1 mi
Duration: 4h 53m

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

Mid Wales Travel operates a bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 to Tresillian Way twice daily, and the journey takes 4h 15m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Aberystwyth to Pontypridd via Shrewsbury and Cardiff Central in around 4h 57m.

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