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

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Rhondda is to drive which costs £40 - £60 and takes 3h 58m.

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

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Rhondda is to drive which takes 3h 58m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct train between Manchester and Rhondda?

No, there is no direct train from Manchester to Rhondda. However, there are services departing from Manchester Piccadilly and arriving at Ystrad Rhondda via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 29m.

How far is it from Manchester to Rhondda?

The distance between Manchester and Rhondda is 189 miles. The road distance is 168.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Manchester to Rhondda without a car is to train which takes 4h 29m and costs £50 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 4h 29m to get from Manchester to Rhondda, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Rhondda train from?

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

Where does the Manchester to Rhondda train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Manchester to Rhondda?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Rhondda is 168 miles. It takes approximately 3h 58m to drive from Manchester to Rhondda.

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

Book your Manchester to Rhondda train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Rhondda?

There are 625+ hotels available in Rhondda.

Manchester to Rhondda - 3 ways to travel via train, car, and bus

There are 3 ways to get from Manchester to Rhondda by train, car, or bus

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 Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Centraltrain Manchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Ystrad Rhonddatrain Cardiff Central - Treherbert
4h 29m
£51–114
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Centraltrain
3. Take the bus from Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 1 to Ferndale Hotelbus 124
6h 39m
£37–163
Drive 167.1 mi
1. Drive from Manchester to Rhonddacar 167.1 mi
3h 58m
£41–59

Manchester to Rhondda by train

104Weekly Trains

4h 29mAverage Duration

£51Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Manchester to Rhondda.

Launch map view

Distance: 187.9 mi
Duration: 4h 29m

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

You can take a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Ystrad Rhondda via Cardiff Central in around 4h 29m.

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around United Kingdom

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.