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

The cheapest way to get from Pontypridd to Manchester is to bus which costs £35 - £95 and takes 6h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Pontypridd to Manchester is to drive which takes 3h 46m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Pontypridd and Manchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Pontypridd to Manchester station. However, there are services departing from Catherine Street E2 and arriving at Manchester Central Coach Station via Kingsway GR and Sophia Gardens. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 14m.

Is there a direct train between Pontypridd and Manchester?

No, there is no direct train from Pontypridd to Manchester. However, there are services departing from Pontypridd and arriving at Manchester Piccadilly via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 36m.

How far is it from Pontypridd to Manchester?

The distance between Pontypridd and Manchester is 182 miles. The road distance is 168.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Pontypridd to Manchester without a car is to train which takes 4h 36m and costs £70 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 4h 36m to get from Pontypridd to Manchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pontypridd to Manchester bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Pontypridd to Manchester train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Pontypridd to Manchester?

The best way to get from Pontypridd to Manchester is to train which takes 4h 36m and costs £70 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £95 and takes 6h 14m, you could also fly, which costs £50 - £200 and takes 6h 25m.

Where does the Pontypridd to Manchester bus arrive?

Pontypridd to Manchester bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where does the Pontypridd to Manchester train arrive?

Pontypridd to Manchester train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Pontypridd to Manchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Pontypridd to Manchester is 168 miles. It takes approximately 3h 46m to drive from Pontypridd to Manchester.

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

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Pontypridd to Manchester - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Pontypridd to Manchester by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadillytrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
4h 36m
£70–128
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus Cpa
6h 14m
£37–93
Drive 167.4 mi
1. Drive from Pontypridd to Manchestercar 167.4 mi
3h 46m
£42–60
Fly from Cardiff Airport
1. Fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane CWL - MAN
6h 25m
£54–195
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New Streettrain Cardiff Central - Nottingham / ...
2. Take the bus from Newhall Street to Shudehill Interchangebus Ukn30 / ...
5h 54m
£68–102
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to London Paddingtontrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
5h 49m
£139–421

Pontypridd to Manchester by train

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Distance: 181 mi
Duration: 4h 36m

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

Transport for Wales operates a train from Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadilly hourly. Tickets cost £65–120 and the journey takes 3h 18m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Sophia Gardens to Manchester Central Coach Station twice a week. Tickets cost £30–85 and the journey takes 4h 10m.

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