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

The cheapest way to get from Pontypridd to Edinburgh is to bus via Newcastle upon Tyne which costs £30 - £90 and takes 13h 38m.

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 5h 5m and costs £45 - £120.

Is there a direct bus between Pontypridd and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct bus from Pontypridd to Edinburgh station. However, there are services departing from Catherine Street E2 and arriving at Edinburgh, Bus Station via Cardiff North Road and John Dobson Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 38m.

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 58m.

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 58m and costs £65 - £220.

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

It takes approximately 7h 58m 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 Cardiff North Road 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 58m and costs £65 - £220. Alternatively, you can bus via Newcastle upon Tyne, which costs £30 - £90 and takes 13h 38m.

Where does the Pontypridd to Edinburgh bus arrive?

Pontypridd to Edinburgh bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Newcastle-Upon-Tyne 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 59m 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 Crewetrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Edinburgh Waverleytrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
7h 58m
£69–211
Bus via Newcastle upon Tyne
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to Newcastle-Upon-Tynebus Uk078
2. Take the bus from John Dobson Street to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus Ukn11 / ...
13h 38m
£31–86
Drive 365.1 mi
1. Drive from Pontypridd to Edinburghcar 365.1 mi
6h 59m
£88–127
Train, train to Bristol Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the train from Pontypridd to Cardiff Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
3. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane BRS - EDI
5h 5m
£46–120
Train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Edinburgh Waverleytrain Cardiff Central - Edinburgh
8h 56m
£56–286
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kingsway K14 to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 111 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Edinburgh, Bus Stationbus 183 / ...
14h 27m
£43–103
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane BRS - GLA
3. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
5h 55m
£52–118
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane BHX - EDI
6h 24m
£63–198
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Newcastle, train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Newcastle (NCL)plane BRS - NCL
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Edinburgh Waverleytrain
6h 24m
£45–194

Pontypridd to Edinburgh by train

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Distance: 391.3 mi
Duration: 7h 58m

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 58m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Catherine Street E2 to Edinburgh, Bus Station via Greyfriars Road Stop GJ, Cardiff North Road, and John Dobson Street in around 13h 38m.

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