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

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Pontypridd is to drive which costs £40 - £60 and takes 3h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Pontypridd is to train which takes 3h 50m and costs £50 - £95.

Is there a direct train between Manchester and Pontypridd?

No, there is no direct train from Manchester to Pontypridd. However, there are services departing from Manchester Piccadilly and arriving at Pontypridd via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 50m.

How far is it from Manchester to Pontypridd?

The distance between Manchester and Pontypridd is 182 miles. The road distance is 165.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Manchester to Pontypridd without a car is to train which takes 3h 50m and costs £50 - £95.

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

It takes approximately 3h 50m to get from Manchester to Pontypridd, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Pontypridd train from?

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

Train or fly from Manchester to Pontypridd?

The best way to get from Manchester to Pontypridd is to train which takes 3h 50m and costs £50 - £95. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs £70 - £190 and takes 6h 3m.

Where does the Manchester to Pontypridd train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Manchester to Pontypridd?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Pontypridd is 166 miles. It takes approximately 3h 51m to drive from Manchester to Pontypridd.

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

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Where can I stay near Pontypridd?

There are 513+ hotels available in Pontypridd.

Manchester to Pontypridd - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

There are 4 ways to get from Manchester to Pontypridd by train, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff CentralManchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
3h 50m
£54–92
Drive 164.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Manchester to Pontypridd164.6 mi
3h 51m
£41–59
Fly
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)MAN - CWL
6h 3m
£71–189
Train via Birmingham
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Birmingham New StreetManchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff CentralNottingham - Cardiff Central / ...
4h 59m
£44–163

Manchester to Pontypridd by train

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Distance: 181 mi
Duration: 3h 50m

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

Transport for Wales operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Central hourly. Tickets cost £45–90 and the journey takes 3h 12m. Alternatively, Ryanair, KLM, and two other airlines fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Cardiff Airport (CWL) 3 times a day.

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