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

The cheapest way to get from Pontypridd to Barnstaple is to bus which costs £30 - £50 and takes 6h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Pontypridd to Barnstaple is to drive which takes 2h 21m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Pontypridd and Barnstaple?

No, there is no direct bus from Pontypridd to Barnstaple station. However, there are services departing from Catherine Street E2 and arriving at Bus Station via Cardiff North Road and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 53m.

Is there a direct train between Pontypridd and Barnstaple?

No, there is no direct train from Pontypridd to Barnstaple. However, there are services departing from Pontypridd and arriving at Barnstaple via Cardiff Central, Bristol Temple Meads and Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 54m.

How far is it from Pontypridd to Barnstaple?

The distance between Pontypridd and Barnstaple is 165 miles. The road distance is 132.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Pontypridd to Barnstaple without a car is to train via Bristol which takes 4h 54m and costs £28 - £85.

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

It takes approximately 4h 54m to get from Pontypridd to Barnstaple, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pontypridd to Barnstaple bus from?

Pontypridd to Barnstaple bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Cardiff North Road station.

Where do I catch the Pontypridd to Barnstaple train from?

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

Train or bus from Pontypridd to Barnstaple?

The best way to get from Pontypridd to Barnstaple is to train via Bristol which takes 4h 54m and costs £28 - £85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £50 and takes 6h 53m.

Where does the Pontypridd to Barnstaple bus arrive?

Pontypridd to Barnstaple bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bristol Bus Station.

Where does the Pontypridd to Barnstaple train arrive?

Pontypridd to Barnstaple train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Bristol Temple Meads station.

Can I drive from Pontypridd to Barnstaple?

Yes, the driving distance between Pontypridd to Barnstaple is 133 miles. It takes approximately 2h 21m to drive from Pontypridd to Barnstaple.

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

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

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

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Train via Bristol
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
4h 54m
£29–84
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to Bristol Bus Stationbus Uk940 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 502
6h 53m
£32–49
Drive 131.9 mi
1. Drive from Pontypridd to Barnstaplecar 131.9 mi
2h 21m
£32–46
Train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Exeter St Davidstrain Cardiff Central - Exeter St Davids / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain Exeter Central - Barnstaple / ...
5h 54m
£49–95

Pontypridd to Barnstaple by train

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Distance: 164.3 mi
Duration: 4h 54m

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

You can take a train from Pontypridd to Barnstaple via Cardiff Central, Bristol Temple Meads, and Exeter St Davids in around 4h 54m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Catherine Street E2 to Bus Station via Greyfriars Road Stop GJ, Cardiff North Road, and Bus Station in around 6h 53m.

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