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

The cheapest way to get from Croydon to Pontypridd is to bus which costs £16 - £35 and takes 6h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Croydon to Pontypridd is to drive which takes 3h 3m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Croydon and Pontypridd?

No, there is no direct bus from Croydon station to Pontypridd. However, there are services departing from West Croydon Bus Station and arriving at Catherine Street E1 via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Sophia Gardens and Three Elms. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 27m.

Is there a direct train between Croydon and Pontypridd?

No, there is no direct train from Croydon to Pontypridd. However, there are services departing from East Croydon and arriving at Pontypridd via Farringdon Without, London Paddington and Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 34m.

How far is it from Croydon to Pontypridd?

The distance between Croydon and Pontypridd is 173 miles. The road distance is 162.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Croydon to Pontypridd without a car is to train which takes 3h 34m and costs £60 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 3h 34m to get from Croydon to Pontypridd, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Croydon to Pontypridd bus from?

Croydon to Pontypridd bus services, operated by Metrobus, depart from West Croydon Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Croydon to Pontypridd train from?

Croydon to Pontypridd train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from London Paddington station.

Train or bus from Croydon to Pontypridd?

The best way to get from Croydon to Pontypridd is to train which takes 3h 34m and costs £60 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus via Three Elms, which costs £23 - £55 and takes 6h 27m.

Where does the Croydon to Pontypridd bus arrive?

Croydon to Pontypridd bus services, operated by Metrobus, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Croydon to Pontypridd train arrive?

Croydon to Pontypridd train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Cardiff Central station.

Can I drive from Croydon to Pontypridd?

Yes, the driving distance between Croydon to Pontypridd is 163 miles. It takes approximately 3h 3m to drive from Croydon to Pontypridd.

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

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Where can I stay near Pontypridd?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from London Paddington to Cardiff Centraltrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
3h 34m
£61–133
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from West Croydon Bus Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus Sl7
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Kingsway GDbus Uk940
6h 37m
£17–34
Bus via Three Elms
1. Take the bus from West Croydon Bus Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus Sl7
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Sophia Gardensbus 201 / ...
6h 27m
£24–54
Drive 162 mi
1. Drive from Croydon to Pontypriddcar 162 mi
3h 3m
£40–58

Croydon to Pontypridd by train

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3h 34mAverage Duration

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Distance: 172.1 mi
Duration: 3h 34m

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from London Paddington to Cardiff Central hourly. Tickets cost £40–110 and the journey takes 1h 56m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from West Croydon Bus Station to Catherine Street E1 via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Sophia Gardens, and Three Elms in around 6h 27m.

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