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

The cheapest way to get from Paignton to Pontypridd is to bus which costs £30 - £45 and takes 5h 46m.

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 Airport Bus Station and Greyfriars Road Stop GJ. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 46m.

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 Temple Meads and Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 54m.

How far is it from Paignton to Pontypridd?

The distance between Paignton and Pontypridd is 154 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 3h 54m and costs £26 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 3h 54m 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 3h 54m and costs £26 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £45 and takes 5h 46m.

Where does the Paignton to Pontypridd bus arrive?

Paignton to Pontypridd bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Airport Bus Station.

Where does the Paignton to Pontypridd train arrive?

Paignton to Pontypridd train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Bristol Temple Meads 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 Temple MeadsPlymouth - Sheffield / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff CentralPortsmouth Harbour - Cardiff Central / ...
3h 54m
£27–109
Bus
1. Take the bus from Great Western Road to Airport Bus Station102
2. Take the bus from Airport Bus Station to Kingsway GR216
5h 46m
£31–45
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 3m
£52–97

Paignton to Pontypridd by train

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3h 54mAverage Duration

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Distance: 153.4 mi
Duration: 3h 54m

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

You can take a train from Paignton to Pontypridd via Newton Abbot, Bristol Temple Meads, and Cardiff Central in around 3h 54m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Great Western Road to Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 5 via Airport Bus Station, Kingsway GR, and Greyfriars Road Stop GJ in around 5h 46m.

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