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

The cheapest way to get from Blackpool to Pontypridd is to drive which costs £50 - £75 and takes 4h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Blackpool to Pontypridd is to drive which takes 4h 13m and costs £50 - £75.

Is there a direct train between Blackpool and Pontypridd?

No, there is no direct train from Blackpool to Pontypridd. However, there are services departing from Blackpool North and arriving at Pontypridd via Preston, Crewe and Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 31m.

How far is it from Blackpool to Pontypridd?

The distance between Blackpool and Pontypridd is 220 miles. The road distance is 202.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Blackpool to Pontypridd without a car is to train via Crewe which takes 5h 31m and costs £60 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 5h 31m to get from Blackpool to Pontypridd, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Blackpool to Pontypridd train from?

Blackpool to Pontypridd train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Preston station.

Where does the Blackpool to Pontypridd train arrive?

Blackpool to Pontypridd train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Crewe station.

Can I drive from Blackpool to Pontypridd?

Yes, the driving distance between Blackpool to Pontypridd is 202 miles. It takes approximately 4h 13m to drive from Blackpool to Pontypridd.

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

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Where can I stay near Pontypridd?

There are 1992+ hotels available in Pontypridd.

Blackpool to Pontypridd - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 7 ways to get from Blackpool to Pontypridd by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via Crewe
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Crewetrain Edinburgh - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Cardiff Centraltrain Manchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
5h 31m
£63–119
Drive 201 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Blackpool to Pontypriddcar 201 mi
4h 13m
£51–74
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from National Express Coach Facility to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 121 / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Centraltrain Nottingham - Cardiff Central / ...
7h 35m
£72–113
Train to Liverpool, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the train from Blackpool North to Liverpool Lime Streettrain
2. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane LPL - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain
7h 57m
£87–228
Train
1. Take the train from Blackpool North to Manchester Piccadillytrain Blackpool North - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Centraltrain Manchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
5h 58m
£75–126
Train to Liverpool, fly to Cardiff Airport
1. Take the train from Blackpool North to Liverpool Lime Streettrain
2. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)plane LPL - CWL
13h 13m
£93–204
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to Cardiff Airport
1. Take the train from Blackpool North to Manchester Airporttrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)plane MAN - CWL
8h 47m
£103–200

Blackpool to Pontypridd by train

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Distance: 218.5 mi
Duration: 5h 31m

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

You can take a train from Blackpool North to Pontypridd via Preston, Crewe, and Cardiff Central in around 5h 31m.

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