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

The cheapest way to get from Melksham to Pontypridd is to drive which costs £17 - £25 and takes 1h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Melksham to Pontypridd is to drive which takes 1h 25m and costs £17 - £25.

Is there a direct bus between Melksham and Pontypridd?

No, there is no direct bus from Melksham to Pontypridd station. However, there are services departing from Market Place and arriving at Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 5 via Westgate Buildings, Bus Station and Greyfriars Road Stop GJ. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 22m.

Is there a direct train between Melksham and Pontypridd?

No, there is no direct train from Melksham to Pontypridd. However, there are services departing from Melksham and arriving at Pontypridd via Swindon and Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 29m.

How far is it from Melksham to Pontypridd?

The distance between Melksham and Pontypridd is 103 miles. The road distance is 69.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Melksham to Pontypridd without a car is to train which takes 2h 29m and costs £30 - £70.

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

It takes approximately 2h 29m to get from Melksham to Pontypridd, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Melksham to Pontypridd bus from?

Melksham to Pontypridd bus services, operated by First Bristol, Bath & the West, depart from Westgate Buildings station.

Where do I catch the Melksham to Pontypridd train from?

Melksham to Pontypridd train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Melksham station.

Train or bus from Melksham to Pontypridd?

The best way to get from Melksham to Pontypridd is to train which takes 2h 29m and costs £30 - £70. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 4h 22m.

Where does the Melksham to Pontypridd bus arrive?

Melksham to Pontypridd bus services, operated by First Bristol, Bath & the West, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Melksham to Pontypridd train arrive?

Melksham to Pontypridd train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Swindon station.

Can I drive from Melksham to Pontypridd?

Yes, the driving distance between Melksham to Pontypridd is 69 miles. It takes approximately 1h 25m to drive from Melksham to Pontypridd.

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

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Where can I stay near Pontypridd?

There are 1719+ hotels available in Pontypridd.

Melksham to Pontypridd - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 272 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Melksham to Pontypridd by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Melksham to Swindon
2. Take the train from Swindon to Cardiff Central
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Pontypridd
2h 29m
£32–69
Drive 68.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Melksham to Pontypridd68.9 mi
1h 25m
£18–25
Bus
1. Take the bus from Westgate Buildings to Bus StationX39 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Kingsway GDUk910 / ...
4h 22m
Line 272 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Market Place to Bus Station272 / ...
2. Take the train from Bath Spa to Cardiff Central
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Pontypridd
3h 5m
£24–39
Bus, line 132 bus
1. Take the bus from Broad Quay to Public Transport InterchangeA4
2. Take the bus from Airport Bus Station to Kingsway GD
3. Take the bus from Greyfriars Road GF to Catherine Street E1132
4h 52m

Melksham to Pontypridd by train

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2h 29mAverage Duration

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Distance: 102.8 mi
Duration: 2h 29m

What companies run services between Melksham, Wiltshire, England and Pontypridd, Wales?

You can take a train from Melksham to Pontypridd via Swindon and Cardiff Central in around 2h 29m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Market Place to Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 5 via Hilton Hotel, Westgate Buildings, Bus Station, Kingsway GD, and Greyfriars Road Stop GJ in around 4h 22m.

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