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

The cheapest way to get from Llanelli to Pontypridd is to drive which costs £12 - £19 and takes 1h.

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

The fastest way to get from Llanelli to Pontypridd is to drive which takes 1h and costs £12 - £19.

Is there a direct bus between Llanelli and Pontypridd?

No, there is no direct bus from Llanelli station to Pontypridd station. However, there are services departing from Llanelli Bus Station Stand 5 and arriving at Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 5 via Swansea Bus Station Stand B and Greyfriars Road Stop GJ. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Llanelli and Pontypridd?

No, there is no direct train from Llanelli to Pontypridd. However, there are services departing from Llanelli and arriving at Pontypridd via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 59m.

How far is it from Llanelli to Pontypridd?

The distance between Llanelli and Pontypridd is 69 miles. The road distance is 50.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Llanelli to Pontypridd without a car is to train which takes 1h 59m and costs £8 - £35.

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

It takes approximately 1h 59m to get from Llanelli to Pontypridd, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Llanelli to Pontypridd bus from?

Llanelli to Pontypridd bus services, operated by First South & West Wales, depart from Llanelli Bus Station Stand 5.

Where do I catch the Llanelli to Pontypridd train from?

Llanelli to Pontypridd train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Llanelli station.

Train or bus from Llanelli to Pontypridd?

The best way to get from Llanelli to Pontypridd is to train which takes 1h 59m and costs £8 - £35. Alternatively, you can line 111 bus and bus, which costs and takes 3h 30m.

Where does the Llanelli to Pontypridd bus arrive?

Llanelli to Pontypridd bus services, operated by First South & West Wales, arrive at Swansea Bus Station Stand P.

Where does the Llanelli to Pontypridd train arrive?

Llanelli to Pontypridd train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Cardiff Central station.

Can I drive from Llanelli to Pontypridd?

Yes, the driving distance between Llanelli to Pontypridd is 50 miles. It takes approximately 1h to drive from Llanelli to Pontypridd.

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

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Where can I stay near Pontypridd?

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Llanelli to Pontypridd - 6 ways to travel via train, line 404 bus, car

There are 6 ways to get from Llanelli to Pontypridd by train, bus, car, or taxi

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Llanelli to Cardiff CentralMilford Haven - Crewe / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to PontypriddCardiff Central - Treherbert / ...
1h 59m
£8–32
Train, line 404 bus
1. Take the train from Llanelli to BridgendMilford Haven - Crewe / ...
2. Take the bus from Station Hill to Sardis House D3404
2h 55m
£14–29
Drive 49.9 mi
1. Drive from Llanelli to Pontypridd49.9 mi
1h
£13–19
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Llanelli to Pontypridd49.9 mi
1h
£110–140
Line 111 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Llanelli Bus Station Stand 5 to Swansea Bus Station Stand P111
2. Take the bus from Swansea Bus Station Stand B to Kingsway GDUk910 / ...
3h 30m
Line 111 bus, bus, line 404 bus
1. Take the bus from Llanelli Bus Station Stand 5 to Swansea Bus Station Stand P111
2. Take the bus from Swansea Bus Station Stand E to Bridgend Bus Station Stand 1X1
3. Take the bus from Bridgend Bus Station Stand 8 to Sardis House D3404
4h 53m

Llanelli to Pontypridd by train

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Distance: 68.9 mi
Duration: 1h 59m

What companies run services between Llanelli, Wales and Pontypridd, Wales?

You can take a train from Llanelli to Pontypridd via Cardiff Central in around 1h 59m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Llanelli Bus Station Stand 5 to Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 5 via Swansea Bus Station Stand P, Swansea Bus Station Stand B, Kingsway GD, and Greyfriars Road Stop GJ in around 3h 30m.

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