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

The cheapest way to get from Cheltenham to Pontypridd is to train which costs £12 - £25 and takes 1h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cheltenham to Pontypridd is to drive which takes 1h 21m and costs £18 - £27.

Is there a direct train between Cheltenham and Pontypridd?

No, there is no direct train from Cheltenham to Pontypridd. However, there are services departing from Cheltenham Spa and arriving at Pontypridd via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 48m.

How far is it from Cheltenham to Pontypridd?

The distance between Cheltenham and Pontypridd is 75 miles. The road distance is 74.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cheltenham to Pontypridd without a car is to train which takes 1h 48m and costs £12 - £25.

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

It takes approximately 1h 48m to get from Cheltenham to Pontypridd, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cheltenham to Pontypridd train from?

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

Where does the Cheltenham to Pontypridd train arrive?

Cheltenham to Pontypridd train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Cardiff Central station.

Can I drive from Cheltenham to Pontypridd?

Yes, the driving distance between Cheltenham to Pontypridd is 75 miles. It takes approximately 1h 21m to drive from Cheltenham to Pontypridd.

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

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Where can I stay near Pontypridd?

There are 1722+ hotels available in Pontypridd.

Cheltenham to Pontypridd - 3 ways to travel via train, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Cheltenham to Pontypridd by train or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Cardiff CentralNottingham - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to PontypriddCardiff Central - Treherbert / ...
1h 48m
£12–25
Drive 74.3 mi
1. Drive from Cheltenham to Pontypridd74.3 mi
1h 21m
£19–27
Train via Bristol
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Bristol Parkway
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Cardiff Central
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Pontypridd
2h
£18–45

Cheltenham to Pontypridd by train

204Weekly Trains

1h 48mAverage Duration

£12Cheapest Price

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Distance: 74.9 mi
Duration: 1h 48m

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

You can take a train from Cheltenham Spa to Pontypridd via Cardiff Central in around 1h 48m.

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