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Trains from Manchester Stations to Pontypridd (PPD)

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20

train journeys
per day

138

miles (222 kms)

3hrs 56 mins

fastest journey

05:11 / 00:37

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 3 changes)

3

operators run

7

routes

Trains from Manchester Stations to Pontypridd (PPD)

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On a typical weekday there are 20 scheduled rail journeys between Manchester Stations and Pontypridd , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 20 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Manchester Stations to Pontypridd is approximately 138 miles (222 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 55 mins.

CrossCountry, GWR, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Manchester Stations and Pontypridd.

There are 7 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Manchester Piccadilly to Pontypridd. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 56 mins.

Journeys from Manchester Stations to Pontypridd Today

  • Mon 10th Jun
    05:11
    4 hrs 28 mins 3 changes
    09:39
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Pontypridd
    Manchester Piccadilly to Pontypridd
  • Mon 10th Jun
    06:26
    4 hrs 13 mins 2 changes
    10:39
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Pontypridd
    Manchester Piccadilly to Pontypridd
  • Mon 10th Jun
    07:30
    3 hrs 56 mins 1 change
    11:26
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Pontypridd
    Manchester Piccadilly to Pontypridd
  • Mon 10th Jun
    08:03
    4 hrs 13 mins 2 changes
    12:16
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Pontypridd
    Manchester Piccadilly to Pontypridd
  • Mon 10th Jun
    08:30
    4 hrs 9 mins 2 changes
    12:39
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Pontypridd
    Manchester Piccadilly to Pontypridd
  • Mon 10th Jun
    09:03
    4 hrs 23 mins 2 changes
    13:26
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Pontypridd
    Manchester Piccadilly to Pontypridd
  • Mon 10th Jun
    09:30
    4 hrs 2 mins 1 change
    13:32
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Pontypridd
    Manchester Piccadilly to Pontypridd
  • Mon 10th Jun
    10:30
    3 hrs 56 mins 1 change
    14:26
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Pontypridd
    Manchester Piccadilly to Pontypridd
  • Mon 10th Jun
    11:30
    3 hrs 56 mins 1 change
    15:26
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Pontypridd
    Manchester Piccadilly to Pontypridd
  • Mon 10th Jun
    12:30
    3 hrs 57 mins 1 change
    16:27
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Pontypridd
    Manchester Piccadilly to Pontypridd
  • Mon 10th Jun
    13:30
    4 hrs 9 mins 2 changes
    17:39
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Pontypridd
    Manchester Piccadilly to Pontypridd
  • Mon 10th Jun
    14:30
    3 hrs 56 mins 1 change
    18:26
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Pontypridd
    Manchester Piccadilly to Pontypridd
  • Mon 10th Jun
    15:30
    4 hrs 16 mins 1 change
    19:46
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Pontypridd
    Manchester Piccadilly to Pontypridd
  • Mon 10th Jun
    16:30
    3 hrs 56 mins 1 change
    20:26
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Pontypridd
    Manchester Piccadilly to Pontypridd
  • Mon 10th Jun
    17:30
    4 hrs 26 mins 1 change
    21:56
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Pontypridd
    Manchester Piccadilly to Pontypridd
  • Mon 10th Jun
    18:30
    4 hrs 27 mins 1 change
    22:57
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Pontypridd
    Manchester Piccadilly to Pontypridd
  • Mon 10th Jun
    19:30
    4 hrs 49 mins 1 change
    00:19
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Pontypridd
    Manchester Piccadilly to Pontypridd
  • Mon 10th Jun
    21:30
    8 hrs 27 mins 2 changes
    05:57
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Pontypridd
    Manchester Piccadilly to Pontypridd
  • Mon 10th Jun
    22:03
    9 hrs 59 mins 2 changes
    08:02
    Manchester Piccadilly
    Pontypridd
    Manchester Piccadilly to Pontypridd
  • Mon 10th Jun
    23:40
    8 hrs 46 mins 2 changes
    08:26
    Manchester Oxford Road
    Pontypridd
    Manchester Oxford Road to Pontypridd

About Manchester Stations Station

Station name Manchester Stations (115)
Address Cardiff Queen Street station, Station Terrace, Cardiff, Cardiff, CF10 4EY
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 07:40 - 18:00
Tuesday 07:40 - 18:00
Wednesday 07:40 - 18:00
Thursday 07:40 - 18:00
Friday 07:40 - 18:00
Saturday 07:40 - 18:00
Sunday 10:00 - 15:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

About Pontypridd Station

Station name Pontypridd (PPD)
Address Pontypridd station, Broadway, Pontypridd, Rhondda Cynon Taf, CF37 1DT
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 14:15
Saturday 08:30 - 16:45
Sunday Closed
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Manchester Stations and Pontypridd

The travel time between Manchester Stations and Pontypridd by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 55 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 56 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Manchester Stations and Pontypridd vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 20 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:11, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:37.

First class tickets on trains between Manchester Stations and Pontypridd typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Manchester Stations and Pontypridd can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Manchester Stations & Pontypridd. owever, there are 20 possible journeys which require a change.

CrossCountry, GWR, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Manchester Stations and Pontypridd.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Manchester Stations and Pontypridd, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.