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Trains from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Pontypridd (PPD)

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25

train journeys
per day

301

miles (484 kms)

8hrs 17 mins

fastest journey

05:40 / 00:22

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

9

operators run

7

routes

Trains from Edinburgh Waverley (EDB) to Pontypridd (PPD)

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On a typical weekday there are 25 scheduled rail journeys between Edinburgh Waverley and Pontypridd , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 25 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Edinburgh Waverley to Pontypridd is approximately 301 miles (484 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 9hrs 19 mins.

Northern Rail, GWR, First TransPennine Express, ScotRail, London North Eastern Railway, Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Lumo are the main train operating companies running services between Edinburgh Waverley and Pontypridd.

There are 7 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Edinburgh Waverley to Pontypridd. The fastest journey time on this route takes 8hrs 17 mins.

Journeys from Edinburgh Waverley to Pontypridd Today

  • Mon 6th May
    05:40
    7 hrs 48 mins 3 changes
    13:28
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Pontypridd
    Edinburgh Waverley to Pontypridd
  • Mon 6th May
    06:06
    7 hrs 52 mins 2 changes
    13:58
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Pontypridd
    Edinburgh Waverley to Pontypridd
  • Mon 6th May
    06:26
    8 hrs 2 mins 3 changes
    14:28
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Pontypridd
    Edinburgh Waverley to Pontypridd
  • Mon 6th May
    07:04
    7 hrs 54 mins 2 changes
    14:58
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Pontypridd
    Edinburgh Waverley to Pontypridd
  • Mon 6th May
    07:30
    7 hrs 58 mins 3 changes
    15:28
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Pontypridd
    Edinburgh Waverley to Pontypridd
  • Mon 6th May
    08:05
    7 hrs 53 mins 2 changes
    15:58
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Pontypridd
    Edinburgh Waverley to Pontypridd
  • Mon 6th May
    08:30
    7 hrs 58 mins 3 changes
    16:28
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Pontypridd
    Edinburgh Waverley to Pontypridd
  • Mon 6th May
    09:07
    7 hrs 51 mins 2 changes
    16:58
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Pontypridd
    Edinburgh Waverley to Pontypridd
  • Mon 6th May
    09:30
    7 hrs 58 mins 3 changes
    17:28
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Pontypridd
    Edinburgh Waverley to Pontypridd
  • Mon 6th May
    10:03
    7 hrs 55 mins 2 changes
    17:58
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Pontypridd
    Edinburgh Waverley to Pontypridd
  • Mon 6th May
    10:11
    8 hrs 17 mins 2 changes
    18:28
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Pontypridd
    Edinburgh Waverley to Pontypridd
  • Mon 6th May
    11:08
    7 hrs 50 mins 2 changes
    18:58
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Pontypridd
    Edinburgh Waverley to Pontypridd
  • Mon 6th May
    11:24
    8 hrs 11 mins 3 changes
    19:35
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Pontypridd
    Edinburgh Waverley to Pontypridd
  • Mon 6th May
    12:07
    7 hrs 51 mins 2 changes
    19:58
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Pontypridd
    Edinburgh Waverley to Pontypridd
  • Mon 6th May
    12:12
    8 hrs 24 mins 2 changes
    20:36
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Pontypridd
    Edinburgh Waverley to Pontypridd
  • Mon 6th May
    13:30
    8 hrs 6 mins 3 changes
    21:36
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Pontypridd
    Edinburgh Waverley to Pontypridd
  • Mon 6th May
    14:03
    7 hrs 56 mins 2 changes
    21:59
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Pontypridd
    Edinburgh Waverley to Pontypridd
  • Mon 6th May
    14:30
    8 hrs 6 mins 3 changes
    22:36
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Pontypridd
    Edinburgh Waverley to Pontypridd
  • Mon 6th May
    15:30
    8 hrs 28 mins 3 changes
    23:58
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Pontypridd
    Edinburgh Waverley to Pontypridd
  • Mon 6th May
    17:07
    12 hrs 50 mins 2 changes
    05:57
    Edinburgh Waverley
    Pontypridd
    Edinburgh Waverley to Pontypridd

About Edinburgh Waverley Station

Station name Edinburgh Waverley (EDB)
Address Edinburgh station, Princes Street, Edinburgh, Lothian, EH1 1BB
Managed by NR

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 22:00
Saturday 06:00 - 22:00
Sunday 07:00 - 22:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

About Pontypridd Station

Station name Pontypridd (PPD)
Address Pontypridd station, Broadway, Pontypridd, Rhondda Cynon Taf, CF37 1DT
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:00 - 14:15
Saturday 08:30 - 16:45
Sunday Closed
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Edinburgh Waverley and Pontypridd

The travel time between Edinburgh Waverley and Pontypridd by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 9hrs 19 mins & the fastest journey takes 8hrs 17 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Edinburgh Waverley and Pontypridd vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 25 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:40, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:22.

First class tickets on trains between Edinburgh Waverley and Pontypridd typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Edinburgh Waverley and Pontypridd can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Edinburgh Waverley & Pontypridd. owever, there are 25 possible journeys which require a change.

Northern Rail, GWR, First TransPennine Express, ScotRail, London North Eastern Railway, Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Lumo are the main train operating companies running services between Edinburgh Waverley and Pontypridd.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Edinburgh Waverley and Pontypridd, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.