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

The cheapest way to get from Bournemouth to Pontypridd is to drive which costs £30 - £45 and takes 2h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bournemouth to Pontypridd is to drive which takes 2h 40m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct train between Bournemouth and Pontypridd?

No, there is no direct train from Bournemouth to Pontypridd. However, there are services departing from Bournemouth and arriving at Pontypridd via Reading and Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 53m.

How far is it from Bournemouth to Pontypridd?

The distance between Bournemouth and Pontypridd is 198 miles. The road distance is 122.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bournemouth to Pontypridd without a car is to train via Reading which takes 3h 53m and costs £65 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 3h 53m to get from Bournemouth to Pontypridd, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bournemouth to Pontypridd train from?

Bournemouth to Pontypridd train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Bournemouth station.

Where does the Bournemouth to Pontypridd train arrive?

Bournemouth to Pontypridd train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Reading station.

Can I drive from Bournemouth to Pontypridd?

Yes, the driving distance between Bournemouth to Pontypridd is 122 miles. It takes approximately 2h 40m to drive from Bournemouth to Pontypridd.

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

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Where can I stay near Pontypridd?

There are 1733+ hotels available in Pontypridd.

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

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

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

Train via Reading
best
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to ReadingBournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Reading to Cardiff CentralLondon Paddington - Swansea / ...
3h 53m
£67–164
Drive 121.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Bournemouth to Pontypridd121.7 mi
2h 40m
£31–44
Train
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Southampton CentralWeymouth - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from Southampton Central to Cardiff CentralPortsmouth Harbour - Cardiff Central / ...
4h 31m
£49–182
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Westover Road to Meeting House LaneX3 / ...
2. Take the bus from Meeting House Lane to Railway Station Stop SAX3
3. Take the train from Salisbury to Cardiff Central
4. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Pontypridd
5h 12m
£37–60

Bournemouth to Pontypridd by train

98Weekly Trains

3h 53mAverage Duration

£67Cheapest Price

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Distance: 196.4 mi
Duration: 3h 53m

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

You can take a train from Bournemouth to Pontypridd via Reading and Cardiff Central in around 3h 53m.

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