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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Pontypridd is to fly and train which costs £40 - £140 and takes 5h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Pontypridd is to fly and train which takes 5h 4m and costs £40 - £140.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and Pontypridd?

No, there is no direct train from Edinburgh to Pontypridd. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Pontypridd via Crewe and Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 58m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Pontypridd?

The distance between Edinburgh and Pontypridd is 394 miles. The road distance is 366.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Pontypridd without a car is to train via Crewe which takes 6h 58m and costs £65 - £270.

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

It takes approximately 6h 58m to get from Edinburgh to Pontypridd, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Pontypridd train from?

Edinburgh to Pontypridd train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Edinburgh Waverley station.

Where does the Edinburgh to Pontypridd train arrive?

Edinburgh to Pontypridd train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Crewe station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Pontypridd?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Pontypridd is 367 miles. It takes approximately 6h 56m to drive from Edinburgh to Pontypridd.

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

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Where can I stay near Pontypridd?

There are 1747+ hotels available in Pontypridd.

Edinburgh to Pontypridd - 9 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

There are 9 ways to get from Edinburgh to Pontypridd by train, 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 via Crewe
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to CreweEdinburgh - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Cardiff CentralManchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
6h 58m
£66–265
Fly Edinburgh Airport to Bristol Airport, train
cheapest
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Bristol Airport (BRS)EDI - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Central
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Pontypridd
5h 4m
£44–136
Drive 364.6 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Pontypridd364.6 mi
6h 56m
£90–130
Train
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Cardiff CentralEdinburgh - Cardiff Central
7h 39m
£85–544
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Manchester PiccadillyEdinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff CentralManchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
7h 51m
£78–169
Fly Edinburgh Airport to Cardiff Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)EDI - CWL
2. Take the train from Barry to Cardiff Central
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Pontypridd
5h 14m
£76–202
Train to Glasgow Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Glasgow Queen Street
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Bristol Airport (BRS)GLA - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Central
5h 52m
£50–196
Fly Edinburgh Airport to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)EDI - BHX
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Central
6h 28m
£66–192
Train to Newcastle, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Newcastle
2. Fly from Newcastle (NCL) to Bristol Airport (BRS)NCL - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Central
6h 22m
£51–217

Edinburgh to Pontypridd by train

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6h 58mAverage Duration

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Distance: 391.3 mi
Duration: 6h 58m

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You can take a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Pontypridd via Crewe and Cardiff Central in around 6h 58m.

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