The cheapest and fastest trains from Pontypridd to Bangor
Cheapest price
£122
Average price
£122
Fastest journey
6 h 36 m
Average duration
6 h 36 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
188 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Pontypridd to Bangor is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Pontypridd to Bangor will cost around £122 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £122.
Of the 1 trains that leave Pontypridd for Bangor every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 188 km distance in an average of 6 h 36 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 36 m .
The slowest trains will take 6 h 36 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.


Live departures
Pontypridd to Bangor train times
The table below shows live departures for Pontypridd to Bangor trains for tomorrow, Sunday 23 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 09:42 Pontypridd | 6h36 | 16:18 Bangor | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Pontypridd to Bangor
Trains from Pontypridd to Bangor run on average 2 times per day, taking around 5h 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £43 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:53, the last at 18:07. The fastest train covers the 188 km distance in 4h 53m.
Distance 188 km |
Average train duration 5h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price £43 |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 4h 53m |
First train 04:53 |
Last train 18:07 |
Train companies: Transport for Wales from Pontypridd to Bangor trainsTransport for Wales trains will get you between Pontypridd and Bangor from £43. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Pontypridd to Bangor train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Pontypridd to Bangor 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 Bangor, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Pontypridd and Bangor
- Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 06:00 - 14:15 Saturday 08:30 - 16:45 Sunday Closed Temporary opening hours due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
- Car Park: No
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: On the platform
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 03333 211202
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Wait outside the main entrance adjacent to the taxi rank
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 18:15 Saturday 05:45 - 18:15 Sunday 08:00 - 18:30
- Car Park: North Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A. Both platforms are accessible with a footbridge and lifts connecting platform 1 (to Chester) and platform 2 (to Holyhead). Step-free access is also available separately via a ramp from the north car park to Platform 1, and walkway from the south car park to Platform 2.
- 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
- Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machine(s) do not accept cash. Payment is by major debit and credit cards only. Ticket machines are located outside the ticket office and on Platform 2.
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 05:30 - 22:45 Sunday 09:00 - 23:00
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: Located on platform 1.
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 1 behind the platform office (sheltered) Platform 2 to the rear of the car park (unsheltered).
- Storage CCTV: No
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point
- Helpline Contact: 03333 211202
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Onward travel information: Buses to many locations including the main bus station leave from outside the booking hall.
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: In the station forecourt
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