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

The cheapest way to get from Dumfries to Pontypridd is to drive which costs £75 - £120 and takes 5h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dumfries to Pontypridd is to drive which takes 5h 42m and costs £75 - £120.

Is there a direct train between Dumfries and Pontypridd?

No, there is no direct train from Dumfries to Pontypridd. However, there are services departing from Dumfries and arriving at Pontypridd via Carlisle, Crewe and Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 8m.

How far is it from Dumfries to Pontypridd?

The distance between Dumfries and Pontypridd is 326 miles. The road distance is 307.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dumfries to Pontypridd without a car is to train which takes 7h 8m and costs £60 - £220.

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

It takes approximately 7h 8m to get from Dumfries to Pontypridd, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dumfries to Pontypridd train from?

Dumfries to Pontypridd train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Dumfries station.

Where does the Dumfries to Pontypridd train arrive?

Dumfries to Pontypridd train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Carlisle station.

Can I drive from Dumfries to Pontypridd?

Yes, the driving distance between Dumfries to Pontypridd is 308 miles. It takes approximately 5h 42m to drive from Dumfries to Pontypridd.

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

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Where can I stay near Pontypridd?

There are 1724+ hotels available in Pontypridd.

Dumfries to Pontypridd - 9 ways to travel via train, Steam train, bus, and car

There are 9 ways to get from Dumfries to Pontypridd by train, bus, car, or plane

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

Train
best
1. Take the train from Dumfries to Carlisle
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Crewe
3. Take the train from Crewe to Cardiff Central
7h 8m
£60–220
Train to Glasgow Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Dumfries to Glasgow Central
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Bristol Airport (BRS)GLA - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Central
6h 32m
£59–146
Train, Steam train, bus
1. Take the train from Dumfries to Carlisle
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Chester
3. Take the bus from Wrexham Bus Station 5 to Newtown Bus Station Stand 4T12
4. Take the bus from Newtown Bus Station Stand 2 to Merthyr Bus Station Stand 7T4
14h 59m
Drive 305.8 mi
1. Drive from Dumfries to Pontypridd305.8 mi
5h 42m
£77–111
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Lockerbie to Manchester PiccadillyEdinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff CentralManchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
8h 12m
£92–178
Train to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the train from Lockerbie to Haymarket
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Bristol Airport (BRS)EDI - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Central
7h 24m
£68–164
Train, train to Newcastle, fly to Bristol Airport
1. Take the train from Dumfries to Carlisle
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Newcastle
3. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to Bristol Airport (BRS)NCL - BRS
4. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Central
7h 38m
£61–170
Line 381 bus, train to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Cardiff Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Academy Street to Bridge Street
2. Take the train from Lockerbie to Haymarket
3. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)EDI - CWL
4. Take the train from Barry to Cardiff Central
5. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Pontypridd
7h 34m
Train to Glasgow Airport, fly to Luton Airport, train
1. Take the train from Dumfries to Glasgow Central
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Luton Airport (LTN)GLA - LTN
3. Take the train from Luton Airport Parkway to Farringdon
4. Take the train from London Paddington to Cardiff Central
8h 11m
£111–323

Dumfries to Pontypridd by train

106Weekly Trains

7h 8mAverage Duration

£60Cheapest Price

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Distance: 323.6 mi
Duration: 7h 8m

What companies run services between Dumfries, Scotland and Pontypridd, Wales?

You can take a train from Dumfries to Pontypridd via Carlisle, Crewe, and Cardiff Central in around 7h 8m.

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