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

The cheapest way to get from Pontypridd to Malvern is to drive which costs £17 - £25 and takes 1h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Pontypridd to Malvern is to drive which takes 1h 32m and costs £17 - £25.

Is there a direct bus between Pontypridd and Malvern?

No, there is no direct bus from Pontypridd to Malvern. However, there are services departing from Catherine Street E2 and arriving at Graham Road via Cardiff Bridge KQ, Sophia Gardens and Worcester Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 23m.

Is there a direct train between Pontypridd and Malvern?

No, there is no direct train from Pontypridd to Malvern. However, there are services departing from Pontypridd and arriving at Great Malvern via Cardiff Central and Hereford. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 8m.

How far is it from Pontypridd to Malvern?

The distance between Pontypridd and Malvern is 88 miles. The road distance is 69.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Pontypridd to Malvern without a car is to train which takes 3h 8m and costs £30 - £75.

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

It takes approximately 3h 8m to get from Pontypridd to Malvern, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pontypridd to Malvern bus from?

Pontypridd to Malvern bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sophia Gardens station.

Where do I catch the Pontypridd to Malvern train from?

Pontypridd to Malvern train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Pontypridd station.

Train or bus from Pontypridd to Malvern?

The best way to get from Pontypridd to Malvern is to train which takes 3h 8m and costs £30 - £75. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £25 - £40 and takes 5h 23m.

Where does the Pontypridd to Malvern bus arrive?

Pontypridd to Malvern bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Worcester Bus Station.

Where does the Pontypridd to Malvern train arrive?

Pontypridd to Malvern train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Cardiff Central station.

Can I drive from Pontypridd to Malvern?

Yes, the driving distance between Pontypridd to Malvern is 70 miles. It takes approximately 1h 32m to drive from Pontypridd to Malvern.

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

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Pontypridd to Malvern - 4 ways to travel via train, and line 120 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Pontypridd to Cardiff Central
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Hereford
3. Take the train from Hereford to Great Malvern
3h 8m
£31–75
Drive 69.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Pontypridd to Malvern69.2 mi
1h 32m
£18–25
Line 120 bus, line 50 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Caddy`s to Caerphilly Interchange Stand 7120
2. Take the bus from Caerphilly Interchange Stand 6 to Queensway Q150
3. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Hereford
4h 11m
£32–83
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Worcester Bus StationCp9
5h 23m
£26–37

Pontypridd to Malvern by train

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3h 8mAverage Duration

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Distance: 87.8 mi
Duration: 3h 8m

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

You can take a train from Pontypridd to Great Malvern via Cardiff Central and Hereford in around 3h 8m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Sophia Gardens to Worcester Bus Station twice a week. Tickets cost £20–28 and the journey takes 2h 40m.

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