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Compare train and coach for London to Pontyclun
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Pontyclun among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £11 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 38m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £11, while a train costs an average of £138.
Distance: 226 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£138 Average Price | £11 Average Price Cheapest | £43 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 38m Average total duration Fastest 2h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 30m Average total duration 3h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 8m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from London to Pontyclun:
A coach is £127 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London to Pontyclun costing on average £138.
Other travel options to Pontyclun take longer:
Coach takes on average 3h 0m.
You'll arrive about 1h 0m sooner (2h 8m by train vs 3h 8m by car). Tickets start at around £138 compared to roughly £43 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.
Live departures
London to Pontyclun train times
The table below shows live departures for London to Pontyclun trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 9:48 London | 2h57 | 12:45 Pontyclun | 0 changesdirect | |
| 10:48 London | 2h57 | 13:45 Pontyclun | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets London to Pontyclun by train or coach
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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 Great Western Railway (GWR) to find the best option for your trip from London to Pontyclun.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from London to Pontyclun
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from London to Pontyclun run on average 4 times per day, taking around 2h 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £134 but you can travel from only £11 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:23, the last at 20:48. The fastest train covers the 226 km distance in 2h 6m.
Distance 226 km |
Average train duration 2h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price £134 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 2h 6m |
First train 5:23 |
Last train 20:48 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Great Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) from London to Pontyclun trainsGreat Western Railway, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between London 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: London to Pontyclun train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London 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.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in London and Pontyclun
Most London to Pontyclun trains use the London Paddington to Pontyclun station pair. Use this guide to compare London and Pontyclun train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to London Paddington from London city centre
London Paddington train station facilities and services
London Paddington has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, 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: Wasabi, The Beer House, Barburrito, Upper Crust, The Mad Bishop & Bear (Fullers), The Pasty Shop, Burger King, Pret a Manger, The Savanna, Soboro Bakery, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located next to the ticket office.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open 24/7. Information desks are located near Platform 1.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located near the taxi stand beside Platform 11. . Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London Paddington: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London Paddington: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London Paddington: Wheelchair access, escalators, elevators.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hilton London Paddington, Mercure London Paddington Hotel, The Pilgrm.
Getting to London Victoria from London city centre
London Victoria is 1 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London Victoria train station facilities and services
London Victoria has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at London Victoria.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at London Victoria. ATMs are available at London Victoria.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at London Victoria. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London Victoria: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London Victoria: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London Victoria: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: There is step free access at London Victoria Rail Station to the Victoria Line on the Underground. This can be accessed via the Cardinal Place entrance to the underground, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Main concourse, Accessible taxis: Available on request Taxi rank outside main station entrance, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday - Sunday 24 Hours a Day, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to London Waterloo from London city centre
London Waterloo is 1 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
London Waterloo train station facilities and services
London Waterloo has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at London Waterloo.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at London Waterloo. ATMs are available at London Waterloo.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at London Waterloo. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at London Waterloo: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at London Waterloo: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at London Waterloo: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: There is step free access from the main concourse to all platforms, shops and facilities. Step free exits are exit 1 (Station approach), exit 2 (with a lift to Waterloo Road and lift access to the London Underground Jubilee line), and exit 3 for taxis and onward travel towards the South Bank, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available from the taxi rank on Cab Road / Station Approach, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Ticket machines are located at various locations on the main concourse and are accessible to wheelchair users, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Pontyclun station do trains from London 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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