What is the cheapest way to get from Greater Manchester to Pontypridd?

The cheapest way to get from Greater Manchester to Pontypridd is to bus which costs £23 - £35 and takes 8h 4m.

What is the fastest way to get from Greater Manchester to Pontypridd?

The fastest way to get from Greater Manchester to Pontypridd is to drive which takes 3h 43m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Greater Manchester and Pontypridd?

No, there is no direct bus from Greater Manchester to Pontypridd station. However, there are services departing from Manchester and arriving at Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 5 via Bus Station and Greyfriars Road Stop GJ. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 1m.

How far is it from Greater Manchester to Pontypridd?

The distance between Greater Manchester and Pontypridd is 185 miles. The road distance is 165.3 miles.

How do I travel from Greater Manchester to Pontypridd without a car?

The best way to get from Greater Manchester to Pontypridd without a car is to train which takes 5h 2m and costs £50 - £90.

How long does it take to get from Greater Manchester to Pontypridd?

It takes approximately 5h 2m to get from Greater Manchester to Pontypridd, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Greater Manchester to Pontypridd bus from?

Greater Manchester to Pontypridd bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Manchester station.

Train, bus or fly from Greater Manchester to Pontypridd?

The best way to get from Greater Manchester to Pontypridd is to train which takes 5h 2m and costs £50 - £90. Alternatively, you can bus via Bristol, which costs £15 - £65 and takes 6h 1m, you could also fly, which costs £70 - £190 and takes 7h 26m.

Where does the Greater Manchester to Pontypridd bus arrive?

Greater Manchester to Pontypridd bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bristol Bus Station.

Can I drive from Greater Manchester to Pontypridd?

Yes, the driving distance between Greater Manchester to Pontypridd is 165 miles. It takes approximately 3h 43m to drive from Greater Manchester to Pontypridd.

Where can I stay near Pontypridd?

There are 1735+ hotels available in Pontypridd.

Greater Manchester to Pontypridd - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Greater Manchester to Pontypridd by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff CentralManchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
5h 2m
£52–87
Bus via Bristol
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester to Bristol Bus StationUk071
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Kingsway GDUk910 / ...
6h 1m
£16–65
Drive 164.3 mi
1. Drive from Greater Manchester to Pontypridd164.3 mi
3h 43m
£42–60
Fly to Cardiff Airport
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)MAN - CWL
7h 26m
£70–190
Bus
1. Take the bus from Manchester Airport The Station to Kingsway GDM19
8h 4m
£23–33
Fly to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)MAN - LHR
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Cardiff Central
5h 56m
£111–350

Greater Manchester to Pontypridd by bus, foot, and train

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Distance: 184.1 mi
Duration: 5h 2m

What companies run services between Greater Manchester, England and Pontypridd, Wales?

Transport for Wales operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Central hourly. Tickets cost £45–85 and the journey takes 3h 12m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Manchester to Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 5 via Bus Station, Kingsway GD, and Greyfriars Road Stop GJ in around 6h 1m.

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