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

The cheapest way to get from Pontypridd to Rhayader is to drive which costs £15 - £22 and takes 1h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Pontypridd to Rhayader is to drive which takes 1h 17m and costs £15 - £22.

Is there a direct train between Pontypridd and Rhayader?

No, there is no direct train from Pontypridd to Rhayader. However, there are services departing from Pontypridd and arriving at Llandrindod via Cardiff Central and Swansea. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 14m.

How far is it from Pontypridd to Rhayader?

The distance between Pontypridd and Rhayader is 137 miles. The road distance is 60.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Pontypridd to Rhayader without a car is to train which takes 5h 14m and costs £85 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 5h 14m to get from Pontypridd to Rhayader, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pontypridd to Rhayader train from?

Pontypridd to Rhayader train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Cardiff Central station.

Where does the Pontypridd to Rhayader train arrive?

Pontypridd to Rhayader train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Swansea station.

Can I drive from Pontypridd to Rhayader?

Yes, the driving distance between Pontypridd to Rhayader is 61 miles. It takes approximately 1h 17m to drive from Pontypridd to Rhayader.

Where can I stay near Rhayader?

There are 507+ hotels available in Rhayader.

Pontypridd to Rhayader - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Swanseatrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
2. Take the train from Swansea to Llandrindodtrain Swansea - Shrewsbury / ...
5h 14m
£87–137
Drive 60.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Pontypridd to Rhayadercar 60.4 mi
1h 17m
£15–22
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Shrewsburytrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Rhayader Central Car Parkbus X75
6h 34m
£45–75
Bus, taxi
1. Take the bus from Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 5 to Merthyr Bus Station 1bus X4
2. Take the taxi from Merthyr Bus Station 1 to Rhayadertaxi
1h 30m
£214–266

Pontypridd to Rhayader by train and bus

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6h 34mAverage Duration

£45Cheapest Price

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Distance: 136.4 mi
Duration: 5h 14m

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

You can take a train from Pontypridd to Rhayader via Cardiff Central, Swansea, and Llandrindod in around 5h 14m.

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