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

The cheapest way to get from Durham to Pontypridd is to bus which costs £27 - £85 and takes 9h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Durham to Pontypridd is to train and fly which takes 5h 4m and costs £45 - £160.

Is there a direct bus between Durham and Pontypridd?

No, there is no direct bus from Durham to Pontypridd station. However, there are services departing from Durham University Palatine Centre and arriving at Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 5 via Leeds City Bus Station, Bus Station and Greyfriars Road Stop GJ. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 4m.

Is there a direct train between Durham and Pontypridd?

No, there is no direct train from Durham to Pontypridd. However, there are services departing from Durham and arriving at Pontypridd via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 50m.

How far is it from Durham to Pontypridd?

The distance between Durham and Pontypridd is 325 miles. The road distance is 292.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Durham to Pontypridd without a car is to train which takes 5h 50m and costs £110 - £480.

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

It takes approximately 5h 50m to get from Durham to Pontypridd, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Durham to Pontypridd bus from?

Durham to Pontypridd bus services, operated by Megabus UK, depart from Durham University Palatine Centre station.

Where do I catch the Durham to Pontypridd train from?

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

Train or bus from Durham to Pontypridd?

The best way to get from Durham to Pontypridd is to train which takes 5h 50m and costs £110 - £480. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £27 - £85 and takes 9h 4m.

Where does the Durham to Pontypridd bus arrive?

Durham to Pontypridd bus services, operated by Megabus UK, arrive at Leeds York St Bus Station.

Where does the Durham to Pontypridd train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Durham to Pontypridd?

Yes, the driving distance between Durham to Pontypridd is 293 miles. It takes approximately 5h 12m to drive from Durham to Pontypridd.

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

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Where can I stay near Pontypridd?

There are 1736+ hotels available in Pontypridd.

Durham to Pontypridd - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Durham to Pontypridd by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Durham to Cardiff CentralEdinburgh - Cardiff Central
5h 50m
£119–480
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Durham University Palatine Centre to Leeds York St Bus Station
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Bus Station
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Kingsway GD
9h 4m
£28–85
Drive 291.1 mi
1. Drive from Durham to Pontypridd291.1 mi
5h 12m
£73–106
Train to Newcastle, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the train from Durham to Newcastle
2. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to Bristol Airport (BRS)NCL - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Central
4. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Pontypridd
5h 4m
£46–152
Train via Bristol
1. Take the train from Durham to Bristol ParkwayEdinburgh - Plymouth / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Cardiff CentralLondon Paddington - Swansea / ...
6h 2m
£68–238
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Durham to Manchester PiccadillyNewcastle - Manchester Airport
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff CentralManchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
7h 9m
£74–186
Train to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the train from Durham to Edinburgh Waverley
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Bristol Airport (BRS)EDI - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Central
6h 49m
£75–183
Fly Newcastle to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)NCL - LHR
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Cardiff Central
6h 16m
£108–383

Durham to Pontypridd by train

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5h 50mAverage Duration

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Distance: 323.5 mi
Duration: 5h 50m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Durham to Cardiff Central 6 times a week. Tickets cost £110–480 and the journey takes 5h 12m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Durham University Palatine Centre to Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 5 via Leeds City Bus Station, Bus Station, Kingsway GD, and Greyfriars Road Stop GJ in around 9h 4m.

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