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

The cheapest way to get from Elstree to Pontypridd is to bus which costs £17 - £50 and takes 7h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Elstree to Pontypridd is to drive which takes 2h 52m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Elstree and Pontypridd?

No, there is no direct bus from Elstree to Pontypridd. However, there are services departing from Watling Court and arriving at Ynysangharad Park Gates via Edgware Bus Station, London Victoria and Greyfriars Road GF. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Elstree and Pontypridd?

No, there is no direct train from Elstree to Pontypridd. However, there are services departing from Elstree & Borehamwood and arriving at Pontypridd via Farringdon Without, London Paddington and Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 48m.

How far is it from Elstree to Pontypridd?

The distance between Elstree and Pontypridd is 175 miles. The road distance is 154.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Elstree to Pontypridd without a car is to train which takes 3h 48m and costs £65 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 3h 48m to get from Elstree to Pontypridd, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Elstree to Pontypridd bus from?

Elstree to Pontypridd bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from London Victoria station.

Where do I catch the Elstree to Pontypridd train from?

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

Train or bus from Elstree to Pontypridd?

The best way to get from Elstree to Pontypridd is to train which takes 3h 48m and costs £65 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £17 - £50 and takes 7h 40m.

Where does the Elstree to Pontypridd bus arrive?

Elstree to Pontypridd bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Kingsway GD station.

Where does the Elstree to Pontypridd train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Elstree to Pontypridd?

Yes, the driving distance between Elstree to Pontypridd is 154 miles. It takes approximately 2h 52m to drive from Elstree to Pontypridd.

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

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Where can I stay near Pontypridd?

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Elstree to Pontypridd - 4 ways to travel via train, line 186 bus, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from London Paddington to Cardiff CentralLondon Paddington - Swansea / ...
3h 48m
£67–154
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to Kingsway GDUk042 / ...
7h 40m
£17–49
Line 186 bus, bus, train
1. Take the bus from Edgware Station to Harrow Bus Station186
2. Take the bus from Harrow Bus Station to Heathrow Central Bus StationSl9
3. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Sophia Gardens201 / ...
4. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Pontypridd
6h 2m
£25–55
Drive 153.6 mi
1. Drive from Elstree to Pontypridd153.6 mi
2h 52m
£38–55

Elstree to Pontypridd by train

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Distance: 173.7 mi
Duration: 3h 48m

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from London Paddington to Cardiff Central hourly. Tickets cost £45–130 and the journey takes 1h 56m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from London Victoria to Kingsway GD every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £7–22 and the journey takes 3h 50m. National Express also services this route hourly.

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