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

The cheapest way to get from Pontypridd to Welshpool is to drive which costs £23 - £35 and takes 2h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Pontypridd to Welshpool is to drive which takes 2h 2m and costs £23 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Pontypridd and Welshpool?

No, there is no direct bus from Pontypridd station to Welshpool station. However, there are services departing from Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 5 and arriving at Welshpool Bus Station Stand B via Merthyr Bus Station Stand 2 and Newtown Bus Station Stand 1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 18m.

How far is it from Pontypridd to Welshpool?

The distance between Pontypridd and Welshpool is 139 miles. The road distance is 93.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Pontypridd to Welshpool without a car is to train and bus which takes 4h 26m and costs £45 - £95.

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

It takes approximately 4h 26m to get from Pontypridd to Welshpool, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pontypridd to Welshpool bus from?

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

Where does the Pontypridd to Welshpool bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Pontypridd to Welshpool?

Yes, the driving distance between Pontypridd to Welshpool is 94 miles. It takes approximately 2h 2m to drive from Pontypridd to Welshpool.

Where can I stay near Welshpool?

There are 573+ hotels available in Welshpool.

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

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Shrewsburytrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Welshpool Bus Station Stand Dbus X77
4h 26m
£48–93
Drive 93.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Pontypridd to Welshpoolcar 93.2 mi
2h 2m
£24–34
Bus
1. Take the bus from Merthyr Bus Station Stand 2 to Newtown Bus Station Stand 2bus T4
5h 18m

Pontypridd to Welshpool by train and bus

120Weekly Services

4h 26mAverage Duration

£48Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 138.4 mi
Duration: 4h 26m

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

Celtic Travel operates a bus from Merthyr Bus Station Stand 2 to Newtown Bus Station Stand 2 every 4 hours, and the journey takes 2h 37m.

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