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

The cheapest way to get from Barnstaple to Pontypridd is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Barnstaple to Pontypridd is to drive which takes 2h 20m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Barnstaple and Pontypridd?

No, there is no direct bus from Barnstaple station to Pontypridd station. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 5 via Bus Station and Greyfriars Road Stop GJ. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Barnstaple and Pontypridd?

No, there is no direct train from Barnstaple to Pontypridd. However, there are services departing from Barnstaple and arriving at Pontypridd via Exeter St Davids, Bristol Temple Meads and Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 9m.

How far is it from Barnstaple to Pontypridd?

The distance between Barnstaple and Pontypridd is 165 miles. The road distance is 132.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Barnstaple to Pontypridd without a car is to train via Bristol which takes 4h 9m and costs £30 - £90.

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

It takes approximately 4h 9m to get from Barnstaple to Pontypridd, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barnstaple to Pontypridd bus from?

Barnstaple to Pontypridd bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Barnstaple to Pontypridd train from?

Barnstaple to Pontypridd train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Barnstaple station.

Train or bus from Barnstaple to Pontypridd?

The best way to get from Barnstaple to Pontypridd is to train via Bristol which takes 4h 9m and costs £30 - £90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £65 and takes 6h 2m.

Where does the Barnstaple to Pontypridd bus arrive?

Barnstaple to Pontypridd bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Barnstaple to Pontypridd train arrive?

Barnstaple to Pontypridd train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Exeter St Davids station.

Can I drive from Barnstaple to Pontypridd?

Yes, the driving distance between Barnstaple to Pontypridd is 132 miles. It takes approximately 2h 20m to drive from Barnstaple to Pontypridd.

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

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

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

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Train via Bristol
best
1. Take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter St Davids
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Bristol Temple Meads
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Central
4h 9m
£32–87
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Station502
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Kingsway GDUk910 / ...
6h 2m
£31–64
Drive 131.4 mi
1. Drive from Barnstaple to Pontypridd131.4 mi
2h 20m
£33–48
Train
1. Take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter St DavidsBarnstaple - Exeter Central / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Cardiff CentralExeter St Davids - Cardiff Central / ...
5h 13m
£52–96

Barnstaple to Pontypridd by train

116Weekly Trains

4h 9mAverage Duration

£32Cheapest Price

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Distance: 164.3 mi
Duration: 4h 9m

What companies run services between Barnstaple, England and Pontypridd, Wales?

You can take a train from Barnstaple to Pontypridd via Exeter St Davids, Bristol Temple Meads, and Cardiff Central in around 4h 9m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 5 via Bus Station, Kingsway GD, and Greyfriars Road Stop GJ in around 6h 2m.

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