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

The cheapest way to get from Pontypridd to Edinburgh is to bus which costs £30 - £90 and takes 14h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Pontypridd to Edinburgh is to train and fly which takes 4h 52m and costs £75 - £200.

Is there a direct bus between Pontypridd and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct bus from Pontypridd station to Edinburgh station. However, there are services departing from Railway Station South E6 and arriving at Edinburgh, Bus Station via Kingsway GD and John Dobson Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Pontypridd and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct train from Pontypridd to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Pontypridd and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley via Cardiff Central and Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 57m.

How far is it from Pontypridd to Edinburgh?

The distance between Pontypridd and Edinburgh is 394 miles. The road distance is 367.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Pontypridd to Edinburgh without a car is to train via Crewe which takes 7h 57m and costs £60 - £230.

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

It takes approximately 7h 57m to get from Pontypridd to Edinburgh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pontypridd to Edinburgh bus from?

Pontypridd to Edinburgh bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Kingsway GD station.

Where do I catch the Pontypridd to Edinburgh train from?

Pontypridd to Edinburgh train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Pontypridd to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Pontypridd to Edinburgh is to train via Crewe which takes 7h 57m and costs £60 - £230. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £90 and takes 14h 5m.

Where does the Pontypridd to Edinburgh bus arrive?

Pontypridd to Edinburgh bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at John Dobson Street station.

Where does the Pontypridd to Edinburgh train arrive?

Pontypridd to Edinburgh train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Crewe station.

Can I drive from Pontypridd to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Pontypridd to Edinburgh is 367 miles. It takes approximately 6h 57m to drive from Pontypridd to Edinburgh.

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

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Pontypridd to Edinburgh - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 9 ways to get from Pontypridd to Edinburgh by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via Crewe
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to CreweCardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Edinburgh WaverleyLondon Euston - Edinburgh / ...
7h 57m
£60–227
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to John Dobson StreetUk078
2. Take the bus from John Dobson Street to Edinburgh, Bus StationUkn11 / ...
14h 5m
£34–88
Drive 365.1 mi
1. Drive from Pontypridd to Edinburgh365.1 mi
6h 57m
£90–130
Train, train to Bristol Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the train from Pontypridd to Cardiff Central
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meads
3. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)BRS - EDI
4h 56m
£60–166
Train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Edinburgh WaverleyCardiff Central - Edinburgh
8h 56m
£54–287
Train, train to Cardiff Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the train from Pontypridd to Cardiff Central
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Barry
3. Fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)CWL - EDI
4h 52m
£78–192
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)BRS - GLA
3. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Edinburgh Waverley
5h 46m
£65–226
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New Street
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)BHX - EDI
6h 21m
£71–204
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Newcastle, train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Newcastle (NCL)BRS - NCL
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Edinburgh Waverley
6h 19m
£65–245

Pontypridd to Edinburgh by train

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Distance: 391.3 mi
Duration: 7h 57m

What companies run services between Pontypridd, Wales and Edinburgh, Scotland?

You can take a train from Pontypridd to Edinburgh Waverley via Cardiff Central and Crewe in around 7h 57m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Railway Station South E6 to Edinburgh, Bus Station via Greyfriars Road GF, Kingsway GD, and John Dobson Street in around 14h 5m.

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