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

The cheapest way to get from Pontypridd to Llanberis is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 3h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Pontypridd to Llanberis is to drive which takes 3h 30m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Pontypridd and Llanberis?

No, there is no direct bus from Pontypridd station to Llanberis. However, there are services departing from Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 5 and arriving at Joe Brown via Merthyr Bus Station Stand 2, Newtown Bus Station, Bus Depot and Caernarfon Bus Station Stand B. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 45m.

How far is it from Pontypridd to Llanberis?

The distance between Pontypridd and Llanberis is 237 miles. The road distance is 148.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Pontypridd to Llanberis without a car is to train which takes 6h 51m and costs £55 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 6h 51m to get from Pontypridd to Llanberis, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pontypridd to Llanberis bus from?

Pontypridd to Llanberis bus services, operated by Celtic Travel, depart from Merthyr Bus Station Stand 2.

Train or bus from Pontypridd to Llanberis?

The best way to get from Pontypridd to Llanberis is to train which takes 6h 51m and costs £55 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 9h 45m.

Where does the Pontypridd to Llanberis bus arrive?

Pontypridd to Llanberis bus services, operated by Celtic Travel, arrive at Newtown Bus Station Stand 2.

Can I drive from Pontypridd to Llanberis?

Yes, the driving distance between Pontypridd to Llanberis is 148 miles. It takes approximately 3h 30m to drive from Pontypridd to Llanberis.

Where can I stay near Llanberis?

There are 2058+ hotels available in Llanberis.

Pontypridd to Llanberis - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Pontypridd to Llanberis by train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bangor (Gwynedd)Cardiff Central - Holyhead
6h 51m
£59–140
Drive 147.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Pontypridd to Llanberis147.3 mi
3h 30m
£37–54
Bus
1. Take the bus from Merthyr Bus Station Stand 2 to Newtown Bus Station Stand 2T4
2. Take the bus from Newtown Bus Station to Bus DepotX85
3. Take the bus from Bus Depot to Caernarfon Bus Station Stand AT2
9h 45m

Pontypridd to Llanberis by train and bus

54Weekly Services

6h 51mAverage Duration

£59Cheapest Price

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Distance: 235.6 mi
Duration: 6h 51m

What companies run services between Pontypridd, Wales and Llanberis, Wales?

Transport for Wales operates a train from Cardiff Central to Bangor (Gwynedd) every 4 hours. Tickets cost £55–130 and the journey takes 4h 11m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 5 to Joe Brown via Merthyr Bus Station Stand 2, Newtown Bus Station, Bus Depot, and Caernarfon Bus Station Stand B in around 9h 45m.

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