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

The cheapest way to get from Belfast to Pontypridd is to fly and train which costs £45 - £150 and takes 4h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Belfast to Pontypridd is to fly and train which takes 4h 29m and costs £55 - £200.

Is there a direct bus between Belfast and Pontypridd?

No, there is no direct bus from Belfast to Pontypridd station. However, there are services departing from Belfast, Europa Buscentre and arriving at Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 5 via Buchanan Bus Station and Greyfriars Road Stop GJ. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 18h 10m.

How far is it from Belfast to Pontypridd?

The distance between Belfast and Pontypridd is 348 miles.

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

The best way to get from Belfast to Pontypridd without a car is to bus and ferry and train which takes 13h 24m and costs £130 - £250.

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

It takes approximately 4h 59m to get from Belfast to Pontypridd, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Belfast to Pontypridd bus from?

Belfast to Pontypridd bus services, operated by Translink, depart from Belfast, Europa Buscentre station.

Where does the Belfast to Pontypridd bus arrive?

Belfast to Pontypridd bus services, operated by Translink, arrive at Glasgow Buchanan station.

Where can I stay near Pontypridd?

There are 1736+ hotels available in Pontypridd.

Belfast to Pontypridd - 10 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and ferry

There are 10 ways to get from Belfast to Pontypridd by plane, train, bus, ferry, car ferry, busferry, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly Belfast International Airport to Bristol Airport, train
best
1. Fly from Belfast International Airport (BFS) to Bristol Airport (BRS)BFS - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Central
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Pontypridd
4h 59m
£46–144
Bus, ferry, train
1. Take the bus from Grand Central Station Durham Street to Dublin Airport Zone 14785
2. Take the ferry from Dublin Ferryport B+I to Holyhead Ferry0
3. Take the train from Holyhead to Cardiff Central
13h 24m
£130–242
Train, ferry
1. Take the train from Great Victoria Street to Dublin Connolly
2. Take the ferry from Dublin Ferryport B+I to Holyhead
3. Take the train from Holyhead to Cardiff Central
13h 42m
£112–199
Car ferry, train
1. Take the car ferry from Belfast to Liverpool
2. Take the train from Chester to Cardiff CentralHolyhead - Cardiff Central / ...
15h 1m
£95–197
Fly George Best Belfast City Airport to Cardiff Airport, train
1. Fly from George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)BHD - CWL
2. Take the train from Barry to Cardiff Central
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Pontypridd
4h 31m
£59–225
Fly George Best Belfast City Airport to Bristol Airport, train
1. Fly from George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD) to Bristol Airport (BRS)BHD - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Central
4h 29m
£58–194
Fly George Best Belfast City Airport to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Fly from George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)BHD - BHX
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Central
6h 7m
£72–288
Fly Belfast International Airport to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Fly from Belfast International Airport (BFS) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)BFS - BHX
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Central
6h 27m
£69–248
Bus and ferry, bus
1. Take the busferry from Belfast, Europa Buscentre to Glasgow Buchanan923
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Kingsway GDM19
18h 10m
Car ferry, drive
1. Take the car ferry from Belfast to Cairnryan
2. Drive from Cairnryan to Pontypridd
9h 35m
£121–302

Belfast to Pontypridd by bus, foot, ferry, and train

26Weekly Services

13h 24mAverage Duration

£130Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Launch map view

Distance: 346.4 mi
Duration: 4h 59m

What companies run services between Belfast, Northern Ireland and Pontypridd, Wales?

There is no direct connection from Belfast to Pontypridd. However, you can take the bus to Belfast International Airport, walk to Belfast International Airport (BFS) airport, fly to Bristol Airport (BRS), walk to Public Transport Interchange, take the bus to Temple Meads Stn, walk to Bristol Temple Meads, take the train to Cardiff Central, then take the train to Pontypridd. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Grand Central Station Durham Street to Pontypridd via Dublin Airport Zone 14, Dublin Airport, Terminal 1, Dublin 3Arena Point Village & Ringsend, Dublin Ferryport B+I, Holyhead Ferry, Holyhead, and Cardiff Central in around 13h 24m.

Transport is disrupted due to the Russia-Ukraine war. Read more

Airlines

Train operators

Bus operators

Ferry operators

Want to know more about travelling around United Kingdom

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.