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Trains from Ellesmere Port (ELP) to Risca & Pontymister (RCA)

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10

train journeys
per day

116

miles (187 kms)

4hrs 18 mins

fastest journey

06:17 / 23:58

first / last train

0

direct trains (3 or 3 changes)

3

operators run

4

routes

Trains from Ellesmere Port (ELP) to Risca & Pontymister (RCA)

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On a typical weekday there are 10 scheduled rail journeys between Ellesmere Port and Risca & Pontymister , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 10 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Ellesmere Port to Risca & Pontymister is approximately 116 miles (187 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 5hrs 57 mins.

Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales, Merseyrail are the main train operating companies running services between Ellesmere Port and Risca & Pontymister.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Ellesmere Port to Risca & Pontymister. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 18 mins.

Journeys from Ellesmere Port to Risca & Pontymister Today

  • Mon 6th May
    06:17
    4 hrs 43 mins 3 changes
    11:00
    Ellesmere Port
    Risca & Pontymister
    Ellesmere Port to Risca & Pontymister
  • Mon 6th May
    07:17
    4 hrs 43 mins 3 changes
    12:00
    Ellesmere Port
    Risca & Pontymister
    Ellesmere Port to Risca & Pontymister
  • Mon 6th May
    07:31
    5 hrs 29 mins 3 changes
    13:00
    Ellesmere Port
    Risca & Pontymister
    Ellesmere Port to Risca & Pontymister
  • Mon 6th May
    09:42
    4 hrs 18 mins 3 changes
    14:00
    Ellesmere Port
    Risca & Pontymister
    Ellesmere Port to Risca & Pontymister
  • Mon 6th May
    11:42
    4 hrs 18 mins 3 changes
    16:00
    Ellesmere Port
    Risca & Pontymister
    Ellesmere Port to Risca & Pontymister
  • Mon 6th May
    13:12
    4 hrs 48 mins 3 changes
    18:00
    Ellesmere Port
    Risca & Pontymister
    Ellesmere Port to Risca & Pontymister
  • Mon 6th May
    15:42
    4 hrs 54 mins 3 changes
    20:36
    Ellesmere Port
    Risca & Pontymister
    Ellesmere Port to Risca & Pontymister
  • Mon 6th May
    17:42
    4 hrs 56 mins 3 changes
    22:38
    Ellesmere Port
    Risca & Pontymister
    Ellesmere Port to Risca & Pontymister
  • Mon 6th May
    19:49
    10 hrs 40 mins 3 changes
    06:29
    Ellesmere Port
    Risca & Pontymister
    Ellesmere Port to Risca & Pontymister
  • Mon 6th May
    23:19
    10 hrs 41 mins 3 changes
    10:00
    Ellesmere Port
    Risca & Pontymister
    Ellesmere Port to Risca & Pontymister

About Ellesmere Port Station

Station name Ellesmere Port (ELP)
Address Ellesmere Port station, Europa Way, Ellesmere Port, Cheshire, CH65 4AR
Managed by ME

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:30 - 14:00
Weekend Closed
Sunday Closed
Ticket on Departure Unavailable
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

About Risca & Pontymister Station

Station name Risca & Pontymister (RCA)
Address Risca & Pontymister station, Station Approach, off Park Road, Risca, Caerphilly County, NP11 6BB
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office No

Other Facilities

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

Frequently asked questions about trains between Ellesmere Port and Risca & Pontymister

The travel time between Ellesmere Port and Risca & Pontymister by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 5hrs 57 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 18 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Ellesmere Port and Risca & Pontymister vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 10 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:17, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:58.

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Amenities on trains between Ellesmere Port and Risca & Pontymister can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Ellesmere Port & Risca & Pontymister. owever, there are 10 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales, Merseyrail are the main train operating companies running services between Ellesmere Port and Risca & Pontymister.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Ellesmere Port and Risca & Pontymister, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.