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 £16 - £40 and takes 6h 31m.

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 - £60.

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 35m.

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 35m and costs £55 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 3h 35m 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 Metroline Travel, depart from Edgware 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 35m and costs £55 - £150. Alternatively, you can line 186 bus and bus and line 50 bus and line 120 bus, which costs £35 - £75 and takes 6h 29m.

Where does the Elstree to Pontypridd bus arrive?

Elstree to Pontypridd bus services, operated by Metroline Travel, arrive at Harrow Bus 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?

There are 1705+ hotels available in Pontypridd.

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

Q: 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 Catherine Street E1 via Edgware Station, Harrow Bus Station, Heathrow Central Bus Station, Market Square 22 and Caerphilly Interchange Stand 7. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 29m.

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 35m
£55–147
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to Kingsway GR509 / ...
6h 31m
£16–36
Line 186 bus, bus, line 50 bus, line 120 bus
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 Kingsway K14201 / ...
4. Take the bus from Market Square 22 to Caerphilly Interchange Stand 1050
5. Take the bus from Caerphilly Interchange Stand 7 to Catherine Street E1120
6h 29m
£37–72
Drive 153.6 mi
1. Drive from Elstree to Pontypridd153.6 mi
2h 52m
£39–56

Elstree to Pontypridd by train

201Weekly Trains

3h 35mAverage Duration

£55Cheapest Price

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Distance: 173.8 mi
Duration: 3h 35m

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 £35–120 and the journey takes 1h 49m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Watling Court to Catherine Street E1 via Edgware Station, Harrow Bus Station, Heathrow Central Bus Station, Kingsway K14, Market Square 22, and Caerphilly Interchange Stand 7 in around 6h 29m.

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