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Compare train and coach for Bristol to Pontyclun
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bristol to Pontyclun among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £20 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 28m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £20, while a train costs an average of £39.
Distance: 56 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
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£39 Average Price | £20 Average Price Cheapest | £14 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 28m Average total duration Fastest 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 24m Average total duration 2h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 2m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Bristol to Pontyclun:
A coach is £20 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bristol to Pontyclun costing on average £39.
Other travel options to Pontyclun take longer:
Coach takes on average 2h 54m.
You'll arrive about 4m sooner (58m by train vs 1h 2m by car). Tickets start at around £39 compared to roughly £14 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Compare prices and tickets Bristol to Pontyclun by train or coach
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Why should you book Bristol to Pontyclun trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Great Western Railway?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Great Western Railway, but also compare tickets for the likes of Cross Country or Great Western Railway (GWR) to find the best option for your trip from Bristol to Pontyclun.
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Great Western Railway with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Bristol to Pontyclun.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu?
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Bristol to Pontyclun.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Bristol to Pontyclun
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Bristol to Pontyclun run on average 3 times per day, taking around 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £35 but you can travel from only £11 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:51, the last at 22:48. The fastest train covers the 56 km distance in 1h 4m.
Distance 56 km |
Average train duration 58m |
Cheapest ticket price £35 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 1h 4m |
First train 5:51 |
Last train 22:48 |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Best time to book 2 days |
Train companies: Great Western Railway, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Bristol to Pontyclun trainsGreat Western Railway, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Bristol and Pontyclun from £11. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Bristol to Pontyclun train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol to Pontyclun 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 Pontyclun, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Bristol and Pontyclun
Most Bristol to Pontyclun trains use the Bristol Temple Meads to Pontyclun station pair. Use this guide to compare Bristol and Pontyclun train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Bristol Temple Meads from Bristol city centre
Bristol Temple Meads train station facilities and services
Bristol Temple Meads has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: The Pasty Shop, Starbucks, Upper Crust, Pumpkin Café, Hart's Bakery
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located near Platform 3.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30, Sun: 06:45 - 21:30. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bristol Temple Meads: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bristol Temple Meads: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bristol Temple Meads: Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators. .
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Express Bristol City Center, DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bristol City Center, Hilton Garden Inn Bristol City Center.
Which Pontyclun station do trains from Bristol arrive at?
Getting to Pontyclun from Pontyclun city centre
Pontyclun train station facilities and services
Pontyclun has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Pontyclun.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Pontyclun: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Pontyclun: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Pontyclun: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B1. Step free access to Platform 1 (to Cardiff) from the station car park. Step free access to Platform 2 (to Swansea) from Station Terrace. Access between the platforms is via a footbridge with steps or a long detour via Station Terrace and Station Approach, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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