6:004h57Nottingham10:57Pontypridd£1511One-way3 changes
7:044h23Nottingham11:27Pontypridd£1801One-way1 change
7:044h23Nottingham11:27Pontypridd£1801One-way1 change
6:004h57Nottingham10:57Pontypridd£1511One-way3 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Nottingham to Pontypridd
The cheapest option from Nottingham to Pontypridd is coach, with an average price of £14. Omio recommends booking the train, as it is the most popular option from Nottingham to Pontypridd among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the is your best option, as it emits only .
Distance: 212 km
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£116 Average Price | £14 Average Price Cheapest option |
5h 30m Average total duration Fastest option 5h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 20m Average total duration 8h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Nottingham to Pontypridd train times
The table below shows live departures for Nottingham to Pontypridd trains for today, Wednesday 8 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 13:07 Nottingham | 4h20 | 17:27 Pontypridd | 1 change | |
![]() | 14:07 Nottingham | 4h20 | 18:27 Pontypridd | 1 change | |
![]() | 15:07 Nottingham | 4h20 | 19:27 Pontypridd | 1 change | |
![]() | 16:07 Nottingham | 4h20 | 20:27 Pontypridd | 1 change | |
![]() | 17:07 Nottingham | 4h23 | 21:30 Pontypridd | 2 changes | |
![]() | 18:05 Nottingham | 4h25 | 22:30 Pontypridd | 1 change | |
![]() | 19:08 Nottingham | 4h22 | 23:30 Pontypridd | 1 change | |
![]() | 20:41 Nottingham | 9h18 | 5:59 Pontypridd | 3 changes | |
![]() | 21:36 Nottingham | 11h21 | 8:57 Pontypridd | 3 changes | |
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![]() | 6:00 Nottingham | 4h57 | 10:57 Pontypridd | 3 changes | |
![]() | 7:04 Nottingham | 4h23 | 11:27 Pontypridd | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Nottingham to Pontypridd
Typically, there are 2 trains per day from Nottingham to Pontypridd, including direct trains, taking around 5h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £116 but you can travel from only £14 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:16, the last at 19:54. The fastest train covers the 212 km distance in 5h 0m.
Distance 212 km |
Average train duration 5h 0m |
Lowest ticket price £116 |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 5h 0m |
First train 5:16 |
Last train 19:54 |
Cheapest Month Oct |
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High Season Jul - Sept |
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Train companies: Cross Country from Nottingham to Pontypridd trainsCross Country trains will get you between Nottingham and Pontypridd from £14. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Nottingham to Pontypridd train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nottingham 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.

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Important Stations and Airports in Nottingham and Pontypridd
Most Nottingham to Pontypridd trains use the Nottingham to Pontypridd station pair. Use this guide to compare Nottingham and Pontypridd train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Nottingham station do trains to Pontypridd leave from?
Getting to Nottingham from Nottingham city centre
Nottingham train station facilities and services
Nottingham has practical services for this route, including 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 Nottingham.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Nottingham.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Nottingham. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23, 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 Nottingham: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Nottingham: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Nottingham: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a category A access station. There are lifts available to all platforms and there is level and ramp access to the concourse and ticket office/machines. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible public telephones: none, Accessible taxis: Taxi number displayed on useful information poster at station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Pontypridd station do trains from Nottingham 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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