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

The cheapest way to get from Paignton to Pontypridd is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Paignton to Pontypridd is to drive which takes 2h 22m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Paignton and Pontypridd?

No, there is no direct bus from Paignton to Pontypridd station. However, there are services departing from Great Western Road and arriving at Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 5 via Bampfylde Street, Bus Station and Greyfriars Road Stop GJ. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 9m.

Is there a direct train between Paignton and Pontypridd?

No, there is no direct train from Paignton to Pontypridd. However, there are services departing from Paignton and arriving at Pontypridd via Newton Abbot, Bristol Parkway and Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h.

How far is it from Paignton to Pontypridd?

The distance between Paignton and Pontypridd is 156 miles. The road distance is 136.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Paignton to Pontypridd without a car is to train via Bristol which takes 4h and costs £65 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 4h to get from Paignton to Pontypridd, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Paignton to Pontypridd bus from?

Paignton to Pontypridd bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Great Western Road station.

Where do I catch the Paignton to Pontypridd train from?

Paignton to Pontypridd train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Newton Abbot station.

Train or bus from Paignton to Pontypridd?

The best way to get from Paignton to Pontypridd is to train via Bristol which takes 4h and costs £65 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £20 - £60 and takes 6h 9m.

Where does the Paignton to Pontypridd bus arrive?

Paignton to Pontypridd bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bampfylde Street station.

Where does the Paignton to Pontypridd train arrive?

Paignton to Pontypridd train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Bristol Parkway station.

Can I drive from Paignton to Pontypridd?

Yes, the driving distance between Paignton to Pontypridd is 136 miles. It takes approximately 2h 22m to drive from Paignton to Pontypridd.

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

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Where can I stay near Pontypridd?

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

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

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Train via Bristol
best
1. Take the train from Newton Abbot to Bristol ParkwayPlymouth - Sheffield / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Cardiff CentralLondon Paddington - Swansea / ...
4h
£68–176
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Great Western Road to Bampfylde Street404 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bampfylde Street to Bus Station
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Kingsway GD
6h 9m
£21–58
Drive 135.7 mi
1. Drive from Paignton to Pontypridd135.7 mi
2h 22m
£34–49
Train
1. Take the train from Paignton to Exeter St DavidsPaignton - Exmouth / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Cardiff CentralExeter St Davids - Cardiff Central / ...
5h 1m
£52–98

Paignton to Pontypridd by train

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Distance: 154.6 mi
Duration: 4h

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

You can take a train from Paignton to Pontypridd via Newton Abbot, Bristol Parkway, and Cardiff Central in around 4h. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Great Western Road to Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 5 via Bampfylde Street, Bus Station, Kingsway GD, and Greyfriars Road Stop GJ in around 6h 9m.

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