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

The cheapest way to get from Pontypridd to Colchester is to drive which costs £50 - £80 and takes 4h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Pontypridd to Colchester is to drive which takes 4h 2m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct train between Pontypridd and Colchester?

No, there is no direct train from Pontypridd to Colchester. However, there are services departing from Pontypridd and arriving at Colchester via Cardiff Central, London Paddington and Stratford (London). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 29m.

How far is it from Pontypridd to Colchester?

The distance between Pontypridd and Colchester is 214 miles. The road distance is 217.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Pontypridd to Colchester without a car is to train which takes 4h 29m and costs £95 - £200.

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

It takes approximately 4h 29m to get from Pontypridd to Colchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pontypridd to Colchester train from?

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

Train or fly from Pontypridd to Colchester?

The best way to get from Pontypridd to Colchester is to train which takes 4h 29m and costs £95 - £200. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs £70 - £310 and takes 8h 14m.

Where does the Pontypridd to Colchester train arrive?

Pontypridd to Colchester train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Pontypridd to Colchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Pontypridd to Colchester is 218 miles. It takes approximately 4h 2m to drive from Pontypridd to Colchester.

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

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Pontypridd to Colchester - 7 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

There are 7 ways to get from Pontypridd to Colchester by train, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to London Paddingtontrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Colchestertrain London Liverpool Street - Norwich / ...
4h 29m
£99–195
Drive 216.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Pontypridd to Colchestercar 216.4 mi
4h 2m
£53–77
Fly Cardiff Airport to London Stansted Airport
1. Fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to London Stansted Airport (STN)plane CWL - STN
8h 14m
£73–310
Train via Cheltenham
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Cheltenham Spatrain Cardiff Central - Nottingham / ...
2. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Stansted Airporttrain Bristol Temple Meads - Stansted Airport / ...
9h 37m
£133–209
Fly Cardiff Airport to London City Airport, train
1. Fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to London City Airport (LCY)plane CWL - LCY
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Colchestertrain
7h 22m
£105–475
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to London Stansted Airport
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to London Stansted Airport (STN)plane BRS - STN
8h 5m
£93–255
Fly Cardiff Airport to Norwich International Airport, train
1. Fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Norwich International Airport (NWI)plane CWL - NWI
2. Take the train from Norwich to Colchestertrain
8h 24m
£233–632

Pontypridd to Colchester by train

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Distance: 212.7 mi
Duration: 4h 29m

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

You can take a train from Pontypridd to Colchester via Cardiff Central, London Paddington, and Stratford (London) in around 4h 29m. Alternatively, Ryanair flies from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to London Stansted Airport (STN) 4 times a week.

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