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

The cheapest way to get from Pontypridd to Croydon is to drive which costs £40 - £60 and takes 3h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Pontypridd to Croydon is to drive which takes 3h 4m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Pontypridd and Croydon?

No, there is no direct bus from Pontypridd to Croydon station. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 3 and arriving at West Croydon Bus Station via Sophia Gardens and Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 31m.

Is there a direct train between Pontypridd and Croydon?

No, there is no direct train from Pontypridd to Croydon. However, there are services departing from Pontypridd and arriving at East Croydon via Cardiff Central, London Paddington and Farringdon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 36m.

How far is it from Pontypridd to Croydon?

The distance between Pontypridd and Croydon is 173 miles. The road distance is 162.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Pontypridd to Croydon without a car is to train which takes 3h 36m and costs £70 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 3h 36m to get from Pontypridd to Croydon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pontypridd to Croydon bus from?

Pontypridd to Croydon bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sophia Gardens station.

Where do I catch the Pontypridd to Croydon train from?

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

Train or bus from Pontypridd to Croydon?

The best way to get from Pontypridd to Croydon is to train which takes 3h 36m and costs £70 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus via Cardiff Central, which costs and takes 6h 31m.

Where does the Pontypridd to Croydon bus arrive?

Pontypridd to Croydon bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Pontypridd to Croydon train arrive?

Pontypridd to Croydon train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

Can I drive from Pontypridd to Croydon?

Yes, the driving distance between Pontypridd to Croydon is 163 miles. It takes approximately 3h 4m to drive from Pontypridd to Croydon.

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

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Where can I stay near Croydon?

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to London Paddingtontrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
3h 36m
£74–131
Drive 161.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Pontypridd to Croydoncar 161.8 mi
3h 4m
£40–58
Bus via Cardiff Central
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 201 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to West Croydon Bus Stationbus Sl7
6h 31m
Train via Reading
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Readingtrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Reading to Clapham Junctiontrain Reading - London Waterloo
4h 39m
£66–128
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cardiff - North Road to London Heathrow Airportbus Uk940 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to West Croydon Bus Stationbus Sl7
7h 10m

Pontypridd to Croydon by train

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Distance: 172.2 mi
Duration: 3h 36m

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Cardiff Central to London Paddington hourly. Tickets cost £60–110 and the journey takes 1h 54m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Pontypridd to West Croydon Bus Station via Cardiff Central, Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 3, Talbot Street, Sophia Gardens, and Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 6h 31m.

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