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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Bolton to Pontypridd
Cheapest price
£87
Average price
£102
Fastest journey
4 h 18 m
Average duration
4 h 19 m
Trains per day
19
Distance
229 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bolton to Pontypridd is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bolton to Pontypridd will cost around £102 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £87.
To travel from Bolton to Pontypridd you need to make at least 2 changes.
22:2210h05Bolton8:27Pontypridd£871One-way4 changes- 5:544h33Bolton10:27Pontypridd£921One-way2 changes
- 6:544h33Bolton11:27Pontypridd£921One-way2 changes
- 7:534h34Bolton12:27Pontypridd£921One-way2 changes
- 8:544h33Bolton13:27Pontypridd£921One-way2 changes
10:094h18Bolton14:27Pontypridd£1061One-way2 changes- 12:084h19Bolton16:27Pontypridd£1061One-way2 changes
- 11:074h20Bolton15:27Pontypridd£1061One-way2 changes
- 13:074h20Bolton17:27Pontypridd£1061One-way2 changes
- 14:074h20Bolton18:27Pontypridd£1061One-way2 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Bolton to Pontypridd
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bolton to Pontypridd among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £23. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 7m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £23, and a train costs an average of £50.
Distance: 229 km
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4h 37m Average total duration Fastest 4h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 30m Average total duration 11h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Bolton to Pontypridd train times
The table below shows live departures for Bolton to Pontypridd trains for today, Sunday 19 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10:32 Bolton | 4h57 | 15:29 Pontypridd | 3 changes | |
| 11:57 Bolton | 4h32 | 16:29 Pontypridd | 2 changes | |
| 13:06 Bolton | 4h23 | 17:29 Pontypridd | 2 changes | |
| 14:06 Bolton | 4h23 | 18:29 Pontypridd | 2 changes | |
| 15:06 Bolton | 4h23 | 19:29 Pontypridd | 2 changes | |
| 16:06 Bolton | 4h23 | 20:29 Pontypridd | 2 changes | |
| 17:06 Bolton | 4h24 | 21:30 Pontypridd | 2 changes | |
| 18:06 Bolton | 4h25 | 22:31 Pontypridd | 2 changes | |
| 20:06 Bolton | 9h53 | 5:59 Pontypridd | 2 changes | |
| 21:56 Bolton | 10h31 | 8:27 Pontypridd | 4 changes | |
| 23:06 Bolton | 10h21 | 9:27 Pontypridd | 4 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bolton to Pontypridd
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Trains from Bolton to Pontypridd run on average 2 times per day, taking around 4h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £50 but you can travel from only £23 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:16, the last at 19:24. The fastest train covers the 229 km distance in 4h 38m.
Distance 229 km |
Average train duration 4h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price £50 |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 4h 38m |
First train 5:16 |
Last train 19:24 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Train companies: Transport for Wales, TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited from Bolton to Pontypridd trainsTransport for Wales, TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Bolton and Pontypridd from £23. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Bolton to Pontypridd train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bolton to Pontypridd by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Pontypridd, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bolton and Pontypridd
Most Bolton to Pontypridd trains use the Bolton to Pontypridd station pair. Use this guide to compare Bolton and Pontypridd train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Bolton station do trains to Pontypridd leave from?
Getting to Bolton from Bolton city centre
Bolton is 1 km from Bolton city centre. Public transport options include:
Bolton train station facilities and services
Bolton has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Bolton.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Bolton.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bolton.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bolton: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bolton: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bolton: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A Station, this station is scooter friendly, a scooter permit is required for travel, Level access through the ticket barriers to an overpass and via lifts to all platforms. Lifts available from first to last trains, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Hall I' Th' Wood from Bolton city centre
Hall I' Th' Wood is 2 km from Bolton city centre. Public transport options include:
Hall I' Th' Wood train station facilities and services
Hall I' Th' Wood has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hall I' Th' Wood: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Hall I' Th' Wood: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hall I' Th' Wood: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category C Station, Platforms are both accessed via a long set of step from street level, there is no step free route to the platforms, Accessible public telephones: The highest operating part of the telephone is 1140 mm above floor level, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Pontypridd station do trains from Bolton arrive at?
Getting to Pontypridd from Pontypridd city centre
Pontypridd train station facilities and services
Pontypridd has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Pontypridd.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Pontypridd. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 03333 211202, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Pontypridd: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Pontypridd: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Pontypridd: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A. Step free access from Broadway to Platform 1 and 2 (to Cardiff) via a lift. Step free access to Platform 3 (to Treherbert, Merthyr and Aberdare) via a moderately steep ramp from High Street. Access between Platforms 1, 2 and 3 is via a footbridge with lifts, Accessible public telephones: On platform 1, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machine(s) take cash, and major debit and credit cards, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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