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Outbound fromPontypridd to Bristol Temple Meads by train
It takes an average of 2h 31m to travel from Pontypridd to Bristol Temple Meads by train, over a distance of around 34 miles (55 km). There are normally 102 trains per day travelling from Pontypridd to Bristol Temple Meads and tickets for this journey start from £8 when you book in advance.
| First train | 04:47 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 23:24 | |
| Departure station | Pontypridd | |
| Arrival station | Bristol Temple Meads | |
| Journey time | From 1h 24m | |
| Distance | 34 miles (55 km) | |
| Frequency | 102 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £8 | |
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Taking the train from Pontypridd to Bristol Temple Meads in 1 hour 24 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Pontypridd to Bristol Temple Meads? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 2 hours 31 minutes to travel the 34 miles (55 km) from Pontypridd to Bristol Temple Meads by train, although you can get there in as little as 1 hour 24 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 102 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 1 change along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. You're likely to be travelling with Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales or CrossCountry to Bristol Temple Meads. As the main train operators on this route, all offer plenty of space for luggage and comfortable seating as standard.
Book train tickets from Pontypridd to Bristol Temple Meads in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £8.00. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Bristol Temple Meads by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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Cheap train tickets from Pontypridd to Bristol Temple Meads
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Consider a Season Ticket
If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Pontypridd to Bristol Temple Meads is right for you.
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