Guildford to Pontypridd train with Great Western Railway

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Compare prices and tickets Guildford to Pontypridd by train

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Great Western Railway as well as Great Western Railway (GWR) offer trains services from Guildford to Pontypridd.
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Journey information

Overview: Train from Guildford to Pontypridd

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Typically, there are 16 trains per day from Guildford to Pontypridd, including direct trains, taking around 2h 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £132 if you book in advance.

The earliest train runs at 00:05, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 196 km distance in 2h 59m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
196 km
Average train duration
2h 43m
Lowest ticket price
£132
Trains per day
16
Fastest train
2h 59m
First train
0:05
Last train
23:56
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Train companies: Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Guildford to Pontypridd trainsGreat Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Guildford and Pontypridd from £132. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Great Western Railway

About
Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 6m
Cheapest Price
£64
Great Western Railway frequency
7 a day
Luggage included
Two pieces of luggage and one piece of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservations available for a fee. Free in First Class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

Great Western Railway (GWR)

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 59m
Cheapest Price
£132
Great Western Railway (GWR) frequency
16 a day

FAQs: Guildford to Pontypridd train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Guildford 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.

FAQs
The train distance from Guildford to Pontypridd is 196 km.
The first train from Guildford to Pontypridd leaves at 0:05.
The last train from Guildford to Pontypridd departs at 23:56.
Trains from Guildford to Pontypridd run approximately 16 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Guildford to Pontypridd.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Guildford to Pontypridd.
To travel from Guildford to Pontypridd, you can take a train.
There is no night train service from Guildford to Pontypridd.
The train station in Guildford that goes to Pontypridd is Guildford station (GLD), and it arrives at Pontypridd station (PPD).
Booking trains from Guildford to Pontypridd in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Guildford to Pontypridd offers a mix of scenery, featuring lush countryside, rolling hills, and charming towns along the way.
A visit to Pontypridd can be comfortably enjoyed over 1 to 2 days, allowing time to explore local attractions such as Ynysangharad War Memorial Park and the historic Old Bridge.
Yes, you can take the train from Guildford to Pontypridd.

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Important Stations and Airports in Guildford and Pontypridd

Most Guildford to Pontypridd trains use the Guildford to Pontypridd station pair. Use this guide to compare Guildford and Pontypridd train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Guildford
Arrival train stations in Pontypridd

Which Guildford station do trains to Pontypridd leave from?

Trains from Guildford to Pontypridd leave from Guildford. The station is 1 km from Guildford city centre at Guildford station, Station Approach, Guildford, Surrey, GU1 4UT.
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City-centre transport

Getting to Guildford from Guildford city centre

Bus53 · 2m · £2
18 · 16m · £2 · every ~2 min

Guildford train station facilities and services

Guildford has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Guildford.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

ATMs are available at Guildford.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Guildford.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Guildford: Parking, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Guildford: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Guildford: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: There is level access to the booking hall and all platforms from the main entrance in Walnut Tree Close. There is no step free access from the Guildford Park Road entrance. There is step free access to and interchange between all platforms via steep ramps. A staff operated powered wheelchair is available for customers. Please speak to a member of staff or our Assisted Travel team, Accessible taxis: The taxi rank is located outside the main station entrance (platform 2), Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.

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