The cheapest and fastest coaches from Aberdare to Pontypridd
Cheapest price
£5
Average price
£6
Fastest journey
48 m
Average duration
50 m
Buses per day
42
Distance
15 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Aberdare to Pontypridd is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Aberdare to Pontypridd will cost around £6 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £5.
Of the 42 buses that leave Aberdare for Pontypridd every day 31 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 15 km distance in an average of 50 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 48 m .
The slowest buses will take 51 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
5:430h49Aberdare Bus Station6:32Pontypridd£51One-way0 changes
6:450h50Aberdare Bus Station7:35Pontypridd£51One-way0 changes
7:190h51Aberdare Bus Station8:10Pontypridd£51One-way0 changes
7:580h52Aberdare Bus Station8:50Pontypridd£51One-way0 changes
8:190h51Aberdare Bus Station9:10Pontypridd£51One-way0 changes
18:340h48Aberdare Bus Station19:22Pontypridd£51One-way0 changes
5:430h49Aberdare Bus Station6:32Pontypridd£51One-way0 changes
6:450h50Aberdare Bus Station7:35Pontypridd£51One-way0 changes
10:400h50Aberdare Bus Station11:30Pontypridd£81One-way1 change
7:190h51Aberdare Bus Station8:10Pontypridd£51One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Aberdare to Pontypridd
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Aberdare to Pontypridd among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 30m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £4, and a coach costs an average of £5.
Distance: 15 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£6 Average Price | £4 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 15m Average total duration 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 0m Average total duration Fastest 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Aberdare to Pontypridd bus times
The table below shows live departures for Aberdare to Pontypridd coaches for today, Sunday 24 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 9:35 Aberdare Bus Station | 0h50 | 10:25 Pontypridd | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 11:35 Aberdare Bus Station | 0h50 | 12:25 Pontypridd | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 13:35 Aberdare Bus Station | 0h50 | 14:25 Pontypridd | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 15:35 Aberdare Bus Station | 0h50 | 16:25 Pontypridd | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 16:15 Aberdare Bus Station | 14h12 | 6:27 Pontypridd | 1 change | |
![]() | 17:35 Aberdare Bus Station | 0h50 | 18:25 Pontypridd | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 19:30 Aberdare Bus Station | 0h50 | 20:20 Pontypridd | 0 changesdirect | |
| Monday 25 May | |||||
![]() | 5:43 Aberdare Bus Station | 0h49 | 6:32 Pontypridd | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 6:26 Aberdare Bus Station | 1h28 | 7:54 Pontypridd | 1 change | |
![]() | 6:45 Aberdare Bus Station | 0h50 | 7:35 Pontypridd | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 7:19 Aberdare Bus Station | 0h51 | 8:10 Pontypridd | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 7:43 Aberdare Bus Station | 1h11 | 8:54 Pontypridd | 1 change | |
![]() | 7:58 Aberdare Bus Station | 0h52 | 8:50 Pontypridd | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:19 Aberdare Bus Station | 0h51 | 9:10 Pontypridd | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:39 Aberdare Bus Station | 0h51 | 9:30 Pontypridd | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:43 Aberdare Bus Station | 1h12 | 9:55 Pontypridd | 1 change | |
![]() | 8:57 Aberdare Bus Station | 0h53 | 9:50 Pontypridd | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Aberdare to Pontypridd
Buses from Aberdare to Pontypridd run on average 17 times per day, taking around 45m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £5 but you can travel from only £4 by train.
There are 13 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 06:24, the last at 18:54. The fastest coach covers the 15 km distance in 44m.
Distance 15 km |
Average bus duration 45m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Buses per day 17 |
Direct buses 13 |
Fastest bus 44m |
First bus 6:24 |
Last bus 18:54 |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Bus providers: Stagecoach South Wales from Aberdare to PontypriddYou can travel by bus between Aberdare to Pontypridd with Stagecoach South Wales for as low as £4. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Aberdare to Pontypridd coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Aberdare to Pontypridd by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Pontypridd, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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