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

The cheapest way to get from Colchester to Pontypridd is to bus which costs £45 - £90 and takes 8h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Colchester to Pontypridd is to train which takes 3h 58m and costs £60 - £210.

Is there a direct bus between Colchester and Pontypridd?

No, there is no direct bus from Colchester to Pontypridd station. However, there are services departing from Coach Stop and arriving at Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 5 via Coach Station, Heathrow Central Bus Station and Greyfriars Road Stop GJ. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 4m.

Is there a direct train between Colchester and Pontypridd?

No, there is no direct train from Colchester to Pontypridd. However, there are services departing from Colchester and arriving at Pontypridd via Stratford, London Paddington and Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 58m.

How far is it from Colchester to Pontypridd?

The distance between Colchester and Pontypridd is 214 miles. The road distance is 218.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Colchester to Pontypridd without a car is to train which takes 3h 58m and costs £60 - £210.

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

It takes approximately 3h 58m to get from Colchester to Pontypridd, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Colchester to Pontypridd bus from?

Colchester to Pontypridd bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Coach Stop station.

Where do I catch the Colchester to Pontypridd train from?

Colchester to Pontypridd train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Colchester station.

Train or bus from Colchester to Pontypridd?

The best way to get from Colchester to Pontypridd is to train which takes 3h 58m and costs £60 - £210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £90 and takes 8h 4m.

Where does the Colchester to Pontypridd bus arrive?

Colchester to Pontypridd bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Coach Station.

Where does the Colchester to Pontypridd train arrive?

Colchester to Pontypridd train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Stratford (London) station.

Can I drive from Colchester to Pontypridd?

Yes, the driving distance between Colchester to Pontypridd is 218 miles. It takes approximately 4h 2m to drive from Colchester to Pontypridd.

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

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Where can I stay near Pontypridd?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Colchester to Stratford (London)Norwich - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Cardiff CentralLondon Paddington - Swansea / ...
3h 58m
£60–204
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Coach Stop to Coach Station717 / ...
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Station727 / ...
3. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Kingsway GD
8h 4m
£46–87
Drive 217 mi
1. Drive from Colchester to Pontypridd217 mi
4h 2m
£55–79
Bus to London Stansted Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Coach Stop to Coach Station
2. Fly from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Bristol Airport (BRS)STN - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Central
7h 31m
£74–192
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Osborne Street to Bus Station371 / ...
2. Take the train from Brentwood to Heathrow Terminal 5
3. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Kingsway GD
9h 13m
Bus to London Stansted Airport, fly to Cardiff Airport
1. Take the bus from Coach Stop to Coach Station
2. Fly from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)STN - CWL
7h 11m
£80–323
Train to London City Airport, fly to Cardiff Airport
1. Take the train from Colchester to Stratford (London)
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)LCY - CWL
7h 18m
£233–636

Colchester to Pontypridd by train

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Distance: 212.7 mi
Duration: 3h 58m

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

You can take a train from Colchester to Pontypridd via Stratford, London Paddington, and Cardiff Central in around 3h 58m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Coach Stop to Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 5 via Coach Station, Heathrow Central Bus Station, Kingsway GD, and Greyfriars Road Stop GJ in around 8h 4m.

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