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

The cheapest way to get from Worcester to Pontypridd is to drive which costs £18 - £28 and takes 1h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Worcester to Pontypridd is to drive which takes 1h 40m and costs £18 - £28.

Is there a direct train between Worcester and Pontypridd?

No, there is no direct train from Worcester to Pontypridd. However, there are services departing from Worcester Shrub Hill and arriving at Pontypridd via Gloucester and Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 35m.

How far is it from Worcester to Pontypridd?

The distance between Worcester and Pontypridd is 97 miles. The road distance is 79.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Worcester to Pontypridd without a car is to train which takes 2h 35m and costs £19 - £60.

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

It takes approximately 2h 35m to get from Worcester to Pontypridd, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Worcester to Pontypridd train from?

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

Where does the Worcester to Pontypridd train arrive?

Worcester to Pontypridd train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Gloucester station.

Can I drive from Worcester to Pontypridd?

Yes, the driving distance between Worcester to Pontypridd is 80 miles. It takes approximately 1h 40m to drive from Worcester to Pontypridd.

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

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Where can I stay near Pontypridd?

There are 1769+ hotels available in Pontypridd.

Worcester to Pontypridd - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and line 50 bus

There are 4 ways to get from Worcester to Pontypridd by train, car, or bus

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 Worcester Shrub Hill to Gloucestertrain
2. Take the train from Gloucester to Cardiff Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Pontypriddtrain
2h 35m
£20–57
Drive 79.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Worcester to Pontypriddcar 79.4 mi
1h 40m
£19–28
Train via Hereford
1. Take the train from Worcester Foregate Street to Herefordtrain
2. Take the train from Hereford to Cardiff Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Pontypriddtrain
2h 51m
£30–80
Train, line 50 bus, line 120 bus
1. Take the train from Worcester Foregate Street to Herefordtrain
2. Take the train from Hereford to Newport (S Wales)train
3. Take the bus from Queensway Q5 to Caerphilly Interchange Stand 10bus 50
4. Take the bus from Caerphilly Interchange Stand 7 to Catherine Street E1bus 120
4h 3m
£38–66

Worcester to Pontypridd by train

105Weekly Trains

2h 35mAverage Duration

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Map of how to get from Worcester to Pontypridd.

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Distance: 96.7 mi
Duration: 2h 35m

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

You can take a train from Worcester Shrub Hill to Pontypridd via Gloucester and Cardiff Central in around 2h 35m.

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