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

The cheapest way to get from Pontypridd to Shrewsbury is to drive which costs £25 - £40 and takes 2h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Pontypridd to Shrewsbury is to drive which takes 2h 13m and costs £25 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Pontypridd and Shrewsbury?

No, there is no direct bus from Pontypridd station to Shrewsbury station. However, there are services departing from Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 5 and arriving at Bus Station via Merthyr Bus Station Stand 2 and Newtown Bus Station Stand 1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 13m.

Is there a direct train between Pontypridd and Shrewsbury?

No, there is no direct train from Pontypridd to Shrewsbury. However, there are services departing from Pontypridd and arriving at Shrewsbury via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 55m.

How far is it from Pontypridd to Shrewsbury?

The distance between Pontypridd and Shrewsbury is 119 miles. The road distance is 102.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Pontypridd to Shrewsbury without a car is to train which takes 2h 55m and costs £29 - £95.

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

It takes approximately 2h 55m to get from Pontypridd to Shrewsbury, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pontypridd to Shrewsbury bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Pontypridd to Shrewsbury train from?

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

Train or bus from Pontypridd to Shrewsbury?

The best way to get from Pontypridd to Shrewsbury is to train which takes 2h 55m and costs £29 - £95. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 6h 13m.

Where does the Pontypridd to Shrewsbury bus arrive?

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

Where does the Pontypridd to Shrewsbury train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Pontypridd to Shrewsbury?

Yes, the driving distance between Pontypridd to Shrewsbury is 103 miles. It takes approximately 2h 13m to drive from Pontypridd to Shrewsbury.

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

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Pontypridd to Cardiff CentralTreherbert - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to ShrewsburyCardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2h 55m
£30–95
Drive 102.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Pontypridd to Shrewsbury102.3 mi
2h 13m
£26–37
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 Stand 1 to Bus StationX75
6h 13m

Pontypridd to Shrewsbury by train

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Distance: 118 mi
Duration: 2h 55m

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

You can take a train from Pontypridd to Shrewsbury via Cardiff Central in around 2h 55m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 5 to Bus Station via Merthyr Bus Station Stand 2 and Newtown Bus Station Stand 1 in around 6h 13m.

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