The cheapest and fastest trains from Newport to Pontypridd
Cheapest price
€15
Average price
€15
Fastest journey
57 m
Average duration
57 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
24 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Newport to Pontypridd is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Newport to Pontypridd will cost around €15 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €15.
Of the 1 trains that leave Newport for Pontypridd on Sun, May 17, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, May 17 the direct trains cover the 24 km distance in an average of 57 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 57 m .
On Sun, May 17 the slowest trains will take 57 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.
10:01 AM0h57Newport10:58 AMPontypridd€151One-way0 transfers
10:01 AM0h57Newport10:58 AMPontypridd€151One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Newport to Pontypridd
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Newport to Pontypridd among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 45m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €14, and a train costs an average of €14.
Distance: 24 km
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Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
€14 Average price | €14 Average price Cheapest |
1h 15m Average total duration Fastest 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 53m Average total duration 1h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Newport to Pontypridd train times
The table below shows live departures for Newport to Pontypridd trains for today, Saturday, May 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:12 AM Newport | 0h58 | 9:10 AM Pontypridd | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:16 PM Newport | 1h00 | 1:16 PM Pontypridd | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Newport to Pontypridd by train or bus
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Newport to Pontypridd
Trains from Newport to Pontypridd run on average 7 times per day, taking around 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €14 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:06, the last at 23:13. The fastest train covers the 24 km distance in 52m.
Distance 24 km |
Average train duration 45m |
Cheapest ticket price €14 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 52m |
First train 12:06 AM |
Last train 11:13 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 7 days |
Train companies: Transport for Wales, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Newport to Pontypridd trainsTransport for Wales, Cross Country, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Newport and Pontypridd from €14. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Transport for Wales
Cross Country
Great Western Railway (GWR)
FAQs: Trains from Newport to Pontypridd
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Newport 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
Popular train stations from Newport to Pontypridd
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 20:00 Saturday 06:30 - 20:30 Sunday 08:00 - 19:45
- Type of shops available: Newsagent (available on platforms 2 and 3).
- Car Park: High Street
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B Step free access is available to all platforms via lifts.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible public telephones: The pay phone is located on platforms 2 and 3.
- 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
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 1, Platform 2 and Platform 4. The National key toilets are located on Platform 2; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on Platform 2; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 03333 211202
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Coach stop on Queensway, adjacent to the station taxi rank, unless otherwise stated on the station poster boards.
- 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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