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

The cheapest way to get from Scotland to Pontypridd is to bus which costs £30 - £90 and takes 12h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Scotland to Pontypridd is to fly and train which takes 4h 46m and costs £40 - £130.

Is there a direct bus between Scotland and Pontypridd?

No, there is no direct bus from Scotland station to Pontypridd. However, there are services departing from Buchanan Bus Station and arriving at Ynysangharad Park Gates via Shudehill Interchange, Bus Station and Greyfriars Road GF. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Scotland and Pontypridd?

No, there is no direct train from Scotland to Pontypridd. However, there are services departing from Glasgow Central and arriving at Pontypridd via Crewe and Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 3m.

How far is it from Scotland to Pontypridd?

The distance between Scotland and Pontypridd is 394 miles. The road distance is 369 miles.

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

The best way to get from Scotland to Pontypridd without a car is to train which takes 7h 3m and costs £65 - £230.

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

It takes approximately 7h 3m to get from Scotland to Pontypridd, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Scotland to Pontypridd bus from?

Scotland to Pontypridd bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Buchanan Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Scotland to Pontypridd train from?

Scotland to Pontypridd train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Glasgow Central station.

Train or bus from Scotland to Pontypridd?

The best way to get from Scotland to Pontypridd is to train which takes 7h 3m and costs £65 - £230. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £90 and takes 12h 55m.

Where does the Scotland to Pontypridd bus arrive?

Scotland to Pontypridd bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Shudehill Interchange station.

Where does the Scotland to Pontypridd train arrive?

Scotland to Pontypridd train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Crewe station.

Can I drive from Scotland to Pontypridd?

Yes, the driving distance between Scotland to Pontypridd is 369 miles. It takes approximately 6h 40m to drive from Scotland to Pontypridd.

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

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Where can I stay near Pontypridd?

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Scotland to Pontypridd - 10 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 10 ways to get from Scotland to Pontypridd by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to CreweGlasgow Central - Rugby / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Cardiff CentralManchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
7h 3m
£68–223
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Shudehill Interchange
2. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Bus Station
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Kingsway GD
12h 55m
£33–89
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Station181 / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff CentralNottingham - Cardiff Central / ...
11h 6m
£50–146
Drive 366.9 mi
1. Drive from Glasgow to Pontypridd366.9 mi
6h 40m
£91–131
Fly Glasgow Airport to Bristol Airport, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Bristol Airport (BRS)GLA - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Central
4h 46m
£41–126
Fly Edinburgh Airport to Bristol Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Bristol Airport (BRS)EDI - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Central
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Pontypridd
5h 5m
£48–136
Fly Edinburgh Airport to Cardiff Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)EDI - CWL
2. Take the train from Barry to Cardiff Central
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Pontypridd
5h 3m
£78–192
Fly Aberdeen Airport to Bristol Airport, train
1. Fly from Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) to Bristol Airport (BRS)ABZ - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Central
5h 7m
£92–225
Fly Inverness Dalcross Airport to Bristol Airport, train
1. Fly from Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV) to Bristol Airport (BRS)INV - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Central
5h 12m
£55–206
Fly Glasgow Airport to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)GLA - BHX
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Central
6h 22m
£62–193

Scotland to Pontypridd by train

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Distance: 391.6 mi
Duration: 7h 3m

What companies run services between Scotland and Pontypridd, Wales?

You can take a train from Glasgow Central to Pontypridd via Crewe and Cardiff Central in around 7h 3m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Ynysangharad Park Gates via Shudehill Interchange, Bus Station, Kingsway GD, and Greyfriars Road GF in around 12h 55m.

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