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

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Pontypridd is to bus which costs £23 - £35 and takes 6h 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 - £90.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Pontypridd?

No, there is no direct bus from Manchester to Pontypridd station. However, there are services departing from Shudehill Interchange and arriving at Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 5 via Bus Station and Greyfriars Road Stop GJ. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 20m.

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 - £90.

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 bus from?

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

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 bus from Manchester to Pontypridd?

The best way to get from Manchester to Pontypridd is to train which takes 3h 50m and costs £50 - £90. Alternatively, you can bus via Bristol, which costs £15 - £60 and takes 6h 20m.

Where does the Manchester to Pontypridd bus arrive?

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

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 1705+ hotels available in Pontypridd.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff CentralManchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
3h 50m
£53–88
Bus via Bristol
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Bus StationUk071
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Kingsway GDUk940 / ...
6h 20m
£16–56
Drive 164.6 mi
1. Drive from Manchester to Pontypridd164.6 mi
3h 51m
£42–60
Bus
1. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Kingsway GDM19
6h 51m
£24–34

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 £50–85 and the journey takes 3h 12m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Shudehill Interchange to Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 5 via Bus Station, Kingsway GD, and Greyfriars Road Stop GJ in around 6h 20m.

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