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

The cheapest way to get from Torquay to Pontypridd is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Torquay to Pontypridd is to drive which takes 2h 21m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Torquay and Pontypridd?

No, there is no direct bus from Torquay to Pontypridd station. However, there are services departing from Fleet Street and arriving at Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 5 via Sherborne Road, Bampfylde Street, Bus Station and Greyfriars Road Stop GJ. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 47m.

Is there a direct train between Torquay and Pontypridd?

No, there is no direct train from Torquay to Pontypridd. However, there are services departing from Paignton and arriving at Pontypridd via Newton Abbot, Bristol Parkway and Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h.

How far is it from Torquay to Pontypridd?

The distance between Torquay and Pontypridd is 156 miles. The road distance is 135.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Torquay to Pontypridd without a car is to train which takes 4h and costs £65 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 4h to get from Torquay to Pontypridd, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Torquay to Pontypridd bus from?

Torquay to Pontypridd bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Bampfylde Street station.

Where do I catch the Torquay to Pontypridd train from?

Torquay to Pontypridd train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Newton Abbot station.

Train or bus from Torquay to Pontypridd?

The best way to get from Torquay to Pontypridd is to train which takes 4h and costs £65 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus via Bristol, which costs £19 - £55 and takes 6h 47m.

Where does the Torquay to Pontypridd bus arrive?

Torquay to Pontypridd bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Torquay to Pontypridd train arrive?

Torquay to Pontypridd train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Bristol Parkway station.

Can I drive from Torquay to Pontypridd?

Yes, the driving distance between Torquay to Pontypridd is 135 miles. It takes approximately 2h 21m to drive from Torquay to Pontypridd.

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

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Where can I stay near Pontypridd?

There are 1719+ hotels available in Pontypridd.

Torquay to Pontypridd - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 11 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Torquay to Pontypridd by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Newton Abbot to Bristol ParkwayPlymouth - Sheffield / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Cardiff CentralLondon Paddington - Swansea / ...
4h
£68–179
Bus via Bristol
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bampfylde Street to Bus StationUk049 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Kingsway GDUk940 / ...
6h 47m
£19–55
Drive 134.4 mi
1. Drive from Torquay to Pontypridd134.4 mi
2h 21m
£34–49
Line 11 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Cary Parade to Triangle11
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Cardiff CentralExeter St Davids - Cardiff Central / ...
5h 59m
£53–120
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sherborne Road to Bus Station2 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bampfylde Street to Sophia GardensCp5
8h 33m
£32–59

Torquay to Pontypridd by train

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Distance: 154.6 mi
Duration: 4h

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

You can take a train from Paignton to Pontypridd via Newton Abbot, Bristol Parkway, and Cardiff Central in around 4h. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Fleet Street to Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 5 via Sherborne Road, Bus Station, Bampfylde Street, Bus Station, Kingsway GD, and Greyfriars Road Stop GJ in around 6h 47m.

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