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The cheapest and fastest trains from Pontypridd to Shrewsbury
Showing times and prices for 06 Nov
Cheapest price
£57
Average price
£57
Fastest journey
2 h 32 m
Average duration
2 h 36 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
130 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Pontypridd to Shrewsbury is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Pontypridd to Shrewsbury will cost around £57 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £57.
Fast trains
To travel from Pontypridd to Shrewsbury you need to make at least one change.
06:432h40
Pontypridd09:23Shrewsbury
£571One-way
1 change
07:132h39
Pontypridd09:52Shrewsbury
£571One-way
1 change
08:132h40
Pontypridd10:53Shrewsbury
£571One-way
1 change
08:432h38
Pontypridd11:21Shrewsbury
£571One-way
1 change
09:132h37
Pontypridd11:50Shrewsbury
£571One-way
1 change
15:132h32
Pontypridd17:45Shrewsbury
£571One-way
1 change
09:132h37
Pontypridd11:50Shrewsbury
£581One-way
2 changes
09:132h37
Pontypridd11:50Shrewsbury
£571One-way
1 change
13:132h37
Pontypridd15:50Shrewsbury
£581One-way
2 changes
13:132h37
Pontypridd15:50Shrewsbury
£571One-way
1 change
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Pontypridd to Shrewsbury
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Pontypridd to Shrewsbury run on average 4 times per day, taking around 2h 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £57 if you book in advance.
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 130 km |
Average train duration 2h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price £57 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 2h 32m |
First train 05:14 |
Last train 20:51 |
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: Transport for Wales from Pontypridd to Shrewsbury trainsTransport for Wales trains will get you between Pontypridd and Shrewsbury from £57. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Transport for Wales
About
Transport for Wales is a public transport provider in Wales, UK. It operates a comprehensive network of trains, buses and ferries across the country. The trains are modern and comfortable, with a range of different types including InterCity Express Trains, Regional Trains, and Metro Trains. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. There are a variety of ticket types available, including single and return tickets, season tickets, and group tickets. The most popular routes include Cardiff to Swansea, Cardiff to Newport, and Cardiff to Manchester.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 48m
Cheapest Price
£38
Transport for Wales frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policy depends on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most routes with snacks and drinks. Some stations have cafes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations recommended but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs allowed with ticket (£5 per day). Guide dogs free
Quiet zone
FAQs: Pontypridd to Shrewsbury train
FAQs: Travel by train from Pontypridd to Shrewsbury easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Pontypridd to Shrewsbury.
The train distance from Pontypridd to Shrewsbury is 130 km.
Booking trains from Pontypridd to Shrewsbury in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Pontypridd to Shrewsbury covers a distance of 130 km and takes approximately 2h 32m. Trains run 4 per day.
The cost of a train ticket from Pontypridd to Shrewsbury can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £57, while the average price tends to be around £58.
The first train from Pontypridd to Shrewsbury leaves at 5:14.
The cheapest way to get from Pontypridd to Shrewsbury is by train, costing approximately £57.
The train station in Pontypridd that goes to Shrewsbury is Pontypridd station (PPD), and it arrives at Shrewsbury station (SHR).
The last train from Pontypridd to Shrewsbury departs at 20:51.
Trains from Pontypridd to Shrewsbury run approximately 4 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Pontypridd to Shrewsbury.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Pontypridd to Shrewsbury.
Yes, you can take the train from Pontypridd to Shrewsbury.
To travel from Pontypridd to Shrewsbury, you can take a train.
There is no night train service from Pontypridd to Shrewsbury.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Pontypridd and Shrewsbury
Pontypridd
Shrewsbury
The major train station for departures in Pontypridd is Pontypridd. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Pontypridd for your trip from Pontypridd to Shrewsbury.
Amenities at train station
Parking
Dining
Accessibility
WC
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 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.
Parking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- 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
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: On the platform
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 03333 211202
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Arrival screens
Public transport options for Pontypridd
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Wait outside the main entrance adjacent to the taxi rank
The major train station for arrivals in Shrewsbury is Shrewsbury. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Shrewsbury for your journey to Shrewsbury from Pontypridd.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityWC
HotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike RentalInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:20 - 20:40 Saturday 05:20 - 19:40 Sunday 07:20 - 19:40
Parking
- Car Park: Station Forecourt
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B. Step free access to all platforms. The lift to Platform 3 is accessible from the front of the station. The lift to Platforms 4 to 7 is situated at the end of the subway beyond the ticket barriers.
- 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) take cash, and major debit and credit cards.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 4a. The National key toilets are located on Platform 4a; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on Platform 4a; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: On Platform 7
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point
- Helpline Contact: 03333 211202
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transport options for Shrewsbury
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Wait at the station forecourt
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