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

The cheapest way to get from Newport to Pontypridd is to drive which costs £5 - £8 and takes 27 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Newport to Pontypridd is to drive which takes 27 min and costs £5 - £8.

Is there a direct bus between Newport and Pontypridd?

No, there is no direct bus from Newport to Pontypridd station. However, there are services departing from Queensway Q1 and arriving at Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 5 via Greyfriars Road Stop GJ. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 37m.

Is there a direct train between Newport and Pontypridd?

No, there is no direct train from Newport to Pontypridd. However, there are services departing from Newport (S Wales) and arriving at Pontypridd via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 54 min.

How far is it from Newport to Pontypridd?

The distance between Newport and Pontypridd is 24 miles. The road distance is 20.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Newport to Pontypridd without a car is to train which takes 54 min and costs £9 - £14.

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

It takes approximately 54 min to get from Newport to Pontypridd, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Newport to Pontypridd bus from?

Newport to Pontypridd bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Queensway Q1 station.

Where do I catch the Newport to Pontypridd train from?

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

Train or bus from Newport to Pontypridd?

The best way to get from Newport to Pontypridd is to train which takes 54 min and costs £9 - £14. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £7 - £12 and takes 1h 37m.

Where does the Newport to Pontypridd bus arrive?

Newport to Pontypridd bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Kingsway GD station.

Where does the Newport to Pontypridd train arrive?

Newport to Pontypridd train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Cardiff Central station.

Can I drive from Newport to Pontypridd?

Yes, the driving distance between Newport to Pontypridd is 20 miles. It takes approximately 27 min to drive from Newport to Pontypridd.

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

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Where can I stay near Pontypridd?

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Newport to Pontypridd - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Newport 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 Newport (S Wales) to Cardiff CentralLondon Paddington - Swansea / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to PontypriddCardiff Central - Treherbert / ...
54 min
£10–14
Drive 20.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Newport to Pontypridd20.2 mi
27 min
£5–8
Bus
1. Take the bus from Queensway Q1 to Kingsway GDUk042 / ...
2. Take the bus from Greyfriars Road Stop GJ to Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 5X4
1h 37m
£7–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Newport to Pontypridd20.2 mi
27 min
£75–95
Bus, line 132 bus
1. Take the bus from Friars Walk 15 to Kingsway GR30
2. Take the bus from Greyfriars Road GF to Catherine Street E1132
2h
£8–12

Newport to Pontypridd by train

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Distance: 24 mi
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What companies run services between Newport, Wales and Pontypridd, Wales?

You can take a train from Newport (S Wales) to Pontypridd via Cardiff Central in around 54 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Queensway Q1 to Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 5 via Kingsway GD and Greyfriars Road Stop GJ in around 1h 37m.

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