The cheapest and fastest trains from Slough to Pontypridd
Cheapest price
£59
Average price
£59
Fastest journey
3 h 4 m
Average duration
3 h 4 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
190 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Slough to Pontypridd is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Slough to Pontypridd will cost around £59 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £59.
Of the 1 trains that leave Slough for Pontypridd 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 190 km distance in an average of 3 h 4 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 4 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 4 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.


Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Slough to Pontypridd
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Slough to Pontypridd among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £20. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 16m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £20, and a train costs an average of £59.
Distance: 190 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£59 Average Price | £20 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 46m Average total duration Fastest 2h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 20m Average total duration 3h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Slough to Pontypridd train times
The table below shows live departures for Slough to Pontypridd trains for tomorrow, Saturday 28 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 11:54 Slough | 3h04 | 14:58 Pontypridd | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Slough to Pontypridd by train or coach
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Why should you book Slough to Pontypridd trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Great Western Rail?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Great Western Rail, but also compare tickets for the likes of Elizabeth Line or first_great_western to find the best option for your trip from Slough to Pontypridd.
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Great Western Rail with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Slough to Pontypridd.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu?
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Slough to Pontypridd.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Slough to Pontypridd
Trains from Slough to Pontypridd run on average 3 times per day, taking around 2h 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £59 but you can travel from only £20 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:16, the last at 17:06. The fastest train covers the 190 km distance in 3h 4m.
Distance 190 km |
Average train duration 2h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price £59 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 3h 4m |
First train 05:16 |
Last train 17:06 |
Train companies: Great Western Rail, Elizabeth Line, first_great_western from Slough to Pontypridd trainsGreat Western Rail, Elizabeth Line, first_great_western trains will get you between Slough and Pontypridd from £20. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Slough to Pontypridd train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Slough 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.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Slough and Pontypridd
- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access is via Brunel Way.
- The Moon and Spoon
- The Red Lion
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- £0.50
- Holiday Inn Slough - Windsor
- Moxy Slough
- Travelodge Slough
- Located in the main hall
- 36 places, covered
- Enterprise
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for trains to London and Reading
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Train: Great Western Railway services
- Bus: Several local bus services available
- 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
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