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

The cheapest way to get from Swindon to Pontypridd is to drive which costs £19 - £29 and takes 1h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Swindon to Pontypridd is to drive which takes 1h 25m and costs £19 - £29.

Is there a direct bus between Swindon and Pontypridd?

No, there is no direct bus from Swindon to Pontypridd. However, there are services departing from Regent Circus and arriving at Catherine Street E1 via Greyfriars Road GF. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Swindon and Pontypridd?

No, there is no direct train from Swindon to Pontypridd. However, there are services departing from Swindon and arriving at Pontypridd via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 36m.

How far is it from Swindon to Pontypridd?

The distance between Swindon and Pontypridd is 80 miles. The road distance is 78.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Swindon to Pontypridd without a car is to train which takes 1h 36m and costs £25 - £55.

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

It takes approximately 1h 36m to get from Swindon to Pontypridd, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swindon to Pontypridd bus from?

Swindon to Pontypridd bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Regent Circus station.

Where do I catch the Swindon to Pontypridd train from?

Swindon to Pontypridd train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Swindon station.

Train or bus from Swindon to Pontypridd?

The best way to get from Swindon to Pontypridd is to train which takes 1h 36m and costs £25 - £55. Alternatively, you can bus and line 132 bus, which costs £17 - £60 and takes 3h 2m.

Where does the Swindon to Pontypridd bus arrive?

Swindon to Pontypridd bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Kingsway GD station.

Where does the Swindon to Pontypridd train arrive?

Swindon to Pontypridd train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Cardiff Central station.

Can I drive from Swindon to Pontypridd?

Yes, the driving distance between Swindon to Pontypridd is 78 miles. It takes approximately 1h 25m to drive from Swindon to Pontypridd.

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

Book your Swindon to Pontypridd train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Pontypridd?

There are 1730+ hotels available in Pontypridd.

Swindon to Pontypridd - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, line 132 bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Swindon to Pontypridd 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
best
1. Take the train from Swindon to Cardiff CentralLondon Paddington - Swansea / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to PontypriddCardiff Central - Treherbert / ...
1h 36m
£25–55
Bus, line 132 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Regent Circus to Kingsway GDUk042
2. Take the bus from Greyfriars Road GF to Catherine Street E1132
3h 2m
£18–60
Drive 77.7 mi
1. Drive from Swindon to Pontypridd77.7 mi
1h 25m
£20–29

Swindon to Pontypridd by train

187Weekly Trains

1h 36mAverage Duration

£25Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Launch map view

Distance: 80 mi
Duration: 1h 36m

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

You can take a train from Swindon to Pontypridd via Cardiff Central in around 1h 36m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Regent Circus to Catherine Street E1 via Kingsway GD and Greyfriars Road GF in around 3h 2m.

Transport is disrupted due to the Russia-Ukraine war. Read more

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around United Kingdom

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.