Nottingham to Pontypridd train with Cross Country

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  • Cross Country
    6:004h57
    Nottingham
    10:57Pontypridd
    £1511One-way
    3 changes
  • Cross Country
    7:044h23
    Nottingham
    11:27Pontypridd
    £1801One-way
    1 change

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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

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30m

Additional time*

9h 20m

Average total duration

8h 50m

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30m

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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.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Cross Country13:07 Nottingham
4h20
17:27 Pontypridd1 change
Cross Country14:07 Nottingham
4h20
18:27 Pontypridd1 change
Cross Country15:07 Nottingham
4h20
19:27 Pontypridd1 change
Cross Country16:07 Nottingham
4h20
20:27 Pontypridd1 change
Cross Country17:07 Nottingham
4h23
21:30 Pontypridd2 changes
Cross Country18:05 Nottingham
4h25
22:30 Pontypridd1 change
Cross Country19:08 Nottingham
4h22
23:30 Pontypridd1 change
Cross Country20:41 Nottingham
9h18
5:59 Pontypridd3 changes
Cross Country21:36 Nottingham
11h21
8:57 Pontypridd3 changes
Thursday 9 July
Cross Country6:00 Nottingham
4h57
10:57 Pontypridd3 changes
Cross Country7:04 Nottingham
4h23
11:27 Pontypridd1 change

This is the last train of the day.

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Compare prices and tickets Nottingham to Pontypridd by train or coach

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Nottingham to Pontypridd

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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.

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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £14
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
Cheapest Day
Sat
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Jan - Mar
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £14

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.

Cross Country

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 20m
Cheapest Price
£148
Cross Country frequency
12 a day

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.

FAQs
The train distance from Nottingham to Pontypridd is 212 km.
The first train from Nottingham to Pontypridd leaves at 5:16.
The last train from Nottingham to Pontypridd departs at 19:54.
Trains from Nottingham to Pontypridd run approximately 2 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Nottingham to Pontypridd.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Nottingham to Pontypridd.
To get from Nottingham to Pontypridd, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Nottingham to Pontypridd.
The train station in Nottingham that goes to Pontypridd is Nottingham station (NOT), and it arrives at Pontypridd station (PPD).
Booking trains from Nottingham 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 Nottingham to Pontypridd offers a variety of scenic landscapes, including stretches of countryside, rolling hills, and views of the River Severn, especially as you approach South Wales.
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 Nottingham to Pontypridd.

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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.

Departure train stations in Nottingham
Arrival train stations in Pontypridd

Which Nottingham station do trains to Pontypridd leave from?

Trains from Nottingham to Pontypridd leave from Nottingham. The station is 1 km from Nottingham city centre at Nottingham station, Carrington Street, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, NG2 3AQ.
NottinghamNottingham station, Carrington Street, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, NG2 3AQ+44 800 200 6060ShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalInformation Desk
City-centre transport

Getting to Nottingham from Nottingham city centre

Bus9B, 8, 11, 6, 10, 9, 11C, 10C, 10X, 7, 5, 5A, 11B, 12, 12C, 12E, 10A · 3m · every ~58 min
48, 1, 3, 48X, 1A, 48A, 3A, N4, 1B, 1E · 4m · every ~24 min
Kc · 5m · £4 · every ~12 min
20 · 10m
TramTram · 4m · £4 · every ~58 min

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.

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