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

The cheapest way to get from Pontypridd to Tywyn is to drive which costs £26 - £40 and takes 2h 46m.

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

The fastest way to get from Pontypridd to Tywyn is to drive which takes 2h 46m and costs £26 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Pontypridd and Tywyn?

No, there is no direct bus from Pontypridd station to Tywyn. However, there are services departing from Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 5 and arriving at High Street via Merthyr Bus Station Stand 2, Newtown Bus Station and Machynlleth Town Clock. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h.

How far is it from Pontypridd to Tywyn?

The distance between Pontypridd and Tywyn is 195 miles. The road distance is 105 miles.

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

The best way to get from Pontypridd to Tywyn without a car is to train which takes 6h 29m and costs £40 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 6h 29m to get from Pontypridd to Tywyn, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pontypridd to Tywyn bus from?

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

Train or bus from Pontypridd to Tywyn?

The best way to get from Pontypridd to Tywyn is to train which takes 6h 29m and costs £40 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 7h.

Where does the Pontypridd to Tywyn bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Pontypridd to Tywyn?

Yes, the driving distance between Pontypridd to Tywyn is 105 miles. It takes approximately 2h 46m to drive from Pontypridd to Tywyn.

Where can I stay near Tywyn?

There are 1065+ hotels available in Tywyn.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to ShrewsburyCardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to MachynllethBirmingham International - Aberystwyth / ...
6h 29m
£40–123
Drive 104.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Pontypridd to Tywyn104.4 mi
2h 46m
£27–38
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 Wynnstay Arms HotelX85
7h

Pontypridd to Tywyn by train and bus

82Weekly Services

6h 29mAverage Duration

£40Cheapest Price

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Distance: 193.8 mi
Duration: 6h 29m

What companies run services between Pontypridd, Wales and Tywyn, Gwynedd, Wales?

You can take a train from Pontypridd to High Street via Cardiff Central, Shrewsbury, Machynlleth, and Bus Depot in around 6h 29m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 5 to High Street via Merthyr Bus Station Stand 2, Newtown Bus Station, Wynnstay Arms Hotel, and Machynlleth Town Clock in around 7h.

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