What is the cheapest way to get from Stoke-on-Trent to Pontypridd?

The cheapest way to get from Stoke-on-Trent to Pontypridd is to bus which costs £16 - £50 and takes 6h 44m.

What is the fastest way to get from Stoke-on-Trent to Pontypridd?

The fastest way to get from Stoke-on-Trent to Pontypridd is to drive which takes 3h and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Stoke-on-Trent and Pontypridd?

No, there is no direct bus from Stoke-on-Trent station to Pontypridd station. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 5 via Newhall St and Greyfriars Road Stop GJ. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 44m.

Is there a direct train between Stoke-on-Trent and Pontypridd?

No, there is no direct train from Stoke-on-Trent to Pontypridd. However, there are services departing from Stoke-on-Trent and arriving at Pontypridd via Crewe and Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 11m.

How far is it from Stoke-on-Trent to Pontypridd?

The distance between Stoke-on-Trent and Pontypridd is 166 miles. The road distance is 135.6 miles.

How do I travel from Stoke-on-Trent to Pontypridd without a car?

The best way to get from Stoke-on-Trent to Pontypridd without a car is to train which takes 4h 11m and costs £40 - £130.

How long does it take to get from Stoke-on-Trent to Pontypridd?

It takes approximately 4h 11m to get from Stoke-on-Trent to Pontypridd, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stoke-on-Trent to Pontypridd bus from?

Stoke-on-Trent to Pontypridd bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Stoke-on-Trent to Pontypridd train from?

Stoke-on-Trent to Pontypridd train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Crewe station.

Train or bus from Stoke-on-Trent to Pontypridd?

The best way to get from Stoke-on-Trent to Pontypridd is to train which takes 4h 11m and costs £40 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £16 - £50 and takes 6h 44m.

Where does the Stoke-on-Trent to Pontypridd bus arrive?

Stoke-on-Trent to Pontypridd bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Newhall St station.

Where does the Stoke-on-Trent to Pontypridd train arrive?

Stoke-on-Trent to Pontypridd train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Cardiff Central station.

Can I drive from Stoke-on-Trent to Pontypridd?

Yes, the driving distance between Stoke-on-Trent to Pontypridd is 136 miles. It takes approximately 3h to drive from Stoke-on-Trent to Pontypridd.

How do I get a train ticket from Stoke-on-Trent to Pontypridd?

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Stoke-on-Trent to Pontypridd - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Stoke-on-Trent to Pontypridd by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Crewe to Cardiff CentralManchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
4h 11m
£40–127
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Newhall StUk076 / ...
2. Take the bus from Newhall St to Kingsway GDUk077 / ...
6h 44m
£17–46
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Stoke-on-Trent to Birmingham New StreetManchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
2. Take the bus from Navigation St to Kingsway GDM19
6h 29m
£27–60
Drive 134.8 mi
1. Drive from Stoke-on-Trent to Pontypridd134.8 mi
3h
£34–49
Train via Birmingham
1. Take the train from Stoke-on-Trent to Birmingham New StreetManchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff CentralNottingham - Cardiff Central / ...
4h 14m
£36–127

Stoke-on-Trent to Pontypridd by train

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Distance: 165.2 mi
Duration: 4h 11m

What companies run services between Stoke-on-Trent, England and Pontypridd, Wales?

Transport for Wales operates a train from Crewe to Cardiff Central hourly. Tickets cost £30–110 and the journey takes 2h 32m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 5 via Newhall St, Kingsway GD, and Greyfriars Road Stop GJ in around 6h 44m.

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