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Trains from Birmingham New Street to Risca & Pontymister (RCA)

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18

train journeys
per day

78

miles (126 kms)

2hrs 15 mins

fastest journey

05:00 / 00:55

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 2 changes)

3

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Birmingham New Street to Risca & Pontymister (RCA)

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On a typical weekday there are 18 scheduled rail journeys between Birmingham New Street and Risca & Pontymister , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 18 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Birmingham New Street to Risca & Pontymister is approximately 78 miles (126 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 3hrs 11 mins.

CrossCountry, GWR, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Birmingham New Street and Risca & Pontymister.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Birmingham New Street to Risca & Pontymister. The fastest journey time on this route takes 2hrs 15 mins.

Journeys from Birmingham New Street to Risca & Pontymister Today

  • Mon 3rd Jun
    05:00
    3 hrs 1 change
    08:00
    Birmingham New Street
    Risca & Pontymister
    Birmingham New Street to Risca & Pontymister
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    05:37
    3 hrs 23 mins 1 change
    09:00
    Birmingham New Street
    Risca & Pontymister
    Birmingham New Street to Risca & Pontymister
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    07:42
    2 hrs 18 mins 2 changes
    10:00
    Birmingham New Street
    Risca & Pontymister
    Birmingham New Street to Risca & Pontymister
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    08:30
    2 hrs 30 mins 1 change
    11:00
    Birmingham New Street
    Risca & Pontymister
    Birmingham New Street to Risca & Pontymister
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    09:42
    2 hrs 18 mins 2 changes
    12:00
    Birmingham New Street
    Risca & Pontymister
    Birmingham New Street to Risca & Pontymister
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    10:42
    2 hrs 18 mins 2 changes
    13:00
    Birmingham New Street
    Risca & Pontymister
    Birmingham New Street to Risca & Pontymister
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    11:30
    2 hrs 30 mins 1 change
    14:00
    Birmingham New Street
    Risca & Pontymister
    Birmingham New Street to Risca & Pontymister
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    12:42
    2 hrs 18 mins 2 changes
    15:00
    Birmingham New Street
    Risca & Pontymister
    Birmingham New Street to Risca & Pontymister
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    13:30
    2 hrs 30 mins 1 change
    16:00
    Birmingham New Street
    Risca & Pontymister
    Birmingham New Street to Risca & Pontymister
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    14:30
    2 hrs 30 mins 1 change
    17:00
    Birmingham New Street
    Risca & Pontymister
    Birmingham New Street to Risca & Pontymister
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    15:42
    2 hrs 18 mins 2 changes
    18:00
    Birmingham New Street
    Risca & Pontymister
    Birmingham New Street to Risca & Pontymister
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    16:30
    2 hrs 30 mins 1 change
    19:00
    Birmingham New Street
    Risca & Pontymister
    Birmingham New Street to Risca & Pontymister
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    18:30
    2 hrs 4 mins 1 change
    20:34
    Birmingham New Street
    Risca & Pontymister
    Birmingham New Street to Risca & Pontymister
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    19:12
    2 hrs 15 mins 2 changes
    21:27
    Birmingham New Street
    Risca & Pontymister
    Birmingham New Street to Risca & Pontymister
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    19:30
    3 hrs 8 mins 1 change
    22:38
    Birmingham New Street
    Risca & Pontymister
    Birmingham New Street to Risca & Pontymister
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    20:30
    3 hrs 1 min 1 change
    23:31
    Birmingham New Street
    Risca & Pontymister
    Birmingham New Street to Risca & Pontymister
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    22:12
    8 hrs 17 mins 2 changes
    06:29
    Birmingham New Street
    Risca & Pontymister
    Birmingham New Street to Risca & Pontymister
  • Mon 3rd Jun
    23:40
    8 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    08:00
    Birmingham New Street
    Risca & Pontymister
    Birmingham New Street to Risca & Pontymister

About Birmingham New Street Station

Station name Birmingham New Street (BHM)
Address Birmingham New Street station, Station Street, Birmingham, West Midlands, B2 4QA
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 05:15 - 23:00
Tuesday 05:15 - 23:00
Wednesday 05:15 - 23:00
Thursday 05:15 - 23:00
Friday 05:15 - 23:00
Saturday 05:15 - 23:00
Sunday 08:00 - 23:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

About Risca & Pontymister Station

Station name Risca & Pontymister (RCA)
Address Risca & Pontymister station, Station Approach, off Park Road, Risca, Caerphilly County, NP11 6BB
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office No

Other Facilities

Toilets Unavailable
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Birmingham New Street and Risca & Pontymister

The travel time between Birmingham New Street and Risca & Pontymister by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 3hrs 11 mins & the fastest journey takes 2hrs 15 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Birmingham New Street and Risca & Pontymister vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 18 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:00, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:55.

First class tickets on trains between Birmingham New Street and Risca & Pontymister typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Birmingham New Street and Risca & Pontymister can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Birmingham New Street & Risca & Pontymister. owever, there are 18 possible journeys which require a change.

CrossCountry, GWR, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Birmingham New Street and Risca & Pontymister.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Birmingham New Street and Risca & Pontymister, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.