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

The cheapest way to get from Cornwall to Pontypridd is to bus which costs £40 - £100 and takes 8h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cornwall to Pontypridd is to drive which takes 3h 19m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Cornwall and Pontypridd?

No, there is no direct bus from Cornwall to Pontypridd. However, there are services departing from Bowling Green Turn and arriving at Catherine Street E1 via Bus Station, Bristol Bus Station and Greyfriars Road GF. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 54m.

Is there a direct train between Cornwall and Pontypridd?

No, there is no direct train from Cornwall to Pontypridd. However, there are services departing from Luxulyan and arriving at Pontypridd via Par, Plymouth, Bristol Parkway and Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 57m.

How far is it from Cornwall to Pontypridd?

The distance between Cornwall and Pontypridd is 218 miles. The road distance is 179.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cornwall to Pontypridd without a car is to train via Bristol which takes 5h 57m and costs £85 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 5h 57m to get from Cornwall to Pontypridd, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cornwall to Pontypridd bus from?

Cornwall to Pontypridd bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Cornwall to Pontypridd train from?

Cornwall to Pontypridd train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Par station.

Train or bus from Cornwall to Pontypridd?

The best way to get from Cornwall to Pontypridd is to train via Bristol which takes 5h 57m and costs £85 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £100 and takes 8h 54m.

Where does the Cornwall to Pontypridd bus arrive?

Cornwall to Pontypridd bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Cornwall to Pontypridd train arrive?

Cornwall to Pontypridd train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Plymouth station.

Can I drive from Cornwall to Pontypridd?

Yes, the driving distance between Cornwall to Pontypridd is 179 miles. It takes approximately 3h 19m to drive from Cornwall to Pontypridd.

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

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Where can I stay near Pontypridd?

There are 1934+ hotels available in Pontypridd.

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

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

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Train via Bristol
best
1. Take the train from Par to Plymouthtrain
2. Take the train from Plymouth to Bristol Parkwaytrain
3. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Cardiff Centraltrain
5h 57m
£89–176
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 805
2. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Cardiff North Roadbus Uk940 / ...
8h 54m
£42–96
Drive 178.4 mi
1. Drive from Cornwall to Pontypriddcar 178.4 mi
3h 19m
£45–64
Train
1. Take the train from Bodmin Parkway to Cardiff Centraltrain Penzance - Cardiff Central
6h 20m
£92–171

Cornwall to Pontypridd by train

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Distance: 216.2 mi
Duration: 5h 57m

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

You can take a train from Luxulyan to Pontypridd via Par, Plymouth, Bristol Parkway, and Cardiff Central in around 5h 57m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bowling Green Turn to Catherine Street E1 via Bus Station, Bristol Bus Station, Cardiff North Road, and Greyfriars Road GF in around 8h 54m.

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