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

The cheapest way to get from Basingstoke to Pontypridd is to drive which costs £28 - £45 and takes 2h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Basingstoke to Pontypridd is to drive which takes 2h 11m and costs £28 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Basingstoke and Pontypridd?

No, there is no direct bus from Basingstoke to Pontypridd. However, there are services departing from The Malls and arriving at Catherine Street E1 via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Greyfriars Road GF. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 52m.

Is there a direct train between Basingstoke and Pontypridd?

No, there is no direct train from Basingstoke to Pontypridd. However, there are services departing from Basingstoke and arriving at Pontypridd via Reading and Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 48m.

How far is it from Basingstoke to Pontypridd?

The distance between Basingstoke and Pontypridd is 137 miles. The road distance is 118.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Basingstoke to Pontypridd without a car is to train which takes 2h 48m and costs £45 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 2h 48m to get from Basingstoke to Pontypridd, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basingstoke to Pontypridd bus from?

Basingstoke to Pontypridd bus services, operated by National Express, depart from The Malls station.

Where do I catch the Basingstoke to Pontypridd train from?

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

Train or bus from Basingstoke to Pontypridd?

The best way to get from Basingstoke to Pontypridd is to train which takes 2h 48m and costs £45 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £60 and takes 5h 52m.

Where does the Basingstoke to Pontypridd bus arrive?

Basingstoke to Pontypridd bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Basingstoke to Pontypridd train arrive?

Basingstoke to Pontypridd train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Cardiff Central station.

Can I drive from Basingstoke to Pontypridd?

Yes, the driving distance between Basingstoke to Pontypridd is 118 miles. It takes approximately 2h 11m to drive from Basingstoke to Pontypridd.

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

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Where can I stay near Pontypridd?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Reading to Cardiff CentralLondon Paddington - Swansea / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to PontypriddCardiff Central - Treherbert / ...
2h 48m
£46–147
Drive 117.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Basingstoke to Pontypridd117.5 mi
2h 11m
£29–42
Bus
1. Take the bus from The Malls to Heathrow Central Bus Station806
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Kingsway GDUk940 / ...
5h 52m
£32–59
Train via Salisbury
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to SalisburyLondon Waterloo - Salisbury / ...
2. Take the train from Salisbury to Cardiff CentralFareham - Cardiff Central / ...
4h 13m
£35–80

Basingstoke to Pontypridd by train

195Weekly Trains

2h 48mAverage Duration

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Distance: 136.5 mi
Duration: 2h 48m

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

You can take a train from Basingstoke to Pontypridd via Reading and Cardiff Central in around 2h 48m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Malls to Catherine Street E1 via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Kingsway GD, and Greyfriars Road GF in around 5h 52m.

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