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Trains from St Helens Junction (SHJ) to Pontyclun (PYC)

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16

train journeys
per day

135

miles (217 kms)

4hrs 50 mins

fastest journey

06:28 / 00:02

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

3

operators run

4

routes

Trains from St Helens Junction (SHJ) to Pontyclun (PYC)

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On a typical weekday there are 16 scheduled rail journeys between St Helens Junction and Pontyclun , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 16 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from St Helens Junction to Pontyclun is approximately 135 miles (217 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 6hrs 14 mins.

Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales, Northern Rail are the main train operating companies running services between St Helens Junction and Pontyclun.

There are 4 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being St Helens Junction to Pontyclun. The fastest journey time on this route takes 4hrs 50 mins.

Journeys from St Helens Junction to Pontyclun Today

  • Mon 6th May
    06:28
    4 hrs 59 mins 2 changes
    11:27
    St Helens Junction
    Pontyclun
    St Helens Junction to Pontyclun
  • Mon 6th May
    07:28
    5 hrs 2 mins 2 changes
    12:30
    St Helens Junction
    Pontyclun
    St Helens Junction to Pontyclun
  • Mon 6th May
    08:30
    4 hrs 58 mins 2 changes
    13:28
    St Helens Junction
    Pontyclun
    St Helens Junction to Pontyclun
  • Mon 6th May
    09:28
    5 hrs 1 min 2 changes
    14:29
    St Helens Junction
    Pontyclun
    St Helens Junction to Pontyclun
  • Mon 6th May
    10:28
    5 hrs 1 min 2 changes
    15:29
    St Helens Junction
    Pontyclun
    St Helens Junction to Pontyclun
  • Mon 6th May
    11:29
    5 hrs 1 min 2 changes
    16:30
    St Helens Junction
    Pontyclun
    St Helens Junction to Pontyclun
  • Mon 6th May
    12:28
    5 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    17:35
    St Helens Junction
    Pontyclun
    St Helens Junction to Pontyclun
  • Mon 6th May
    13:28
    4 hrs 50 mins 2 changes
    18:18
    St Helens Junction
    Pontyclun
    St Helens Junction to Pontyclun
  • Mon 6th May
    14:28
    4 hrs 58 mins 2 changes
    19:26
    St Helens Junction
    Pontyclun
    St Helens Junction to Pontyclun
  • Mon 6th May
    15:28
    5 hrs 2 changes
    20:28
    St Helens Junction
    Pontyclun
    St Helens Junction to Pontyclun
  • Mon 6th May
    16:28
    4 hrs 57 mins 2 changes
    21:25
    St Helens Junction
    Pontyclun
    St Helens Junction to Pontyclun
  • Mon 6th May
    17:28
    5 hrs 2 mins 2 changes
    22:30
    St Helens Junction
    Pontyclun
    St Helens Junction to Pontyclun
  • Mon 6th May
    20:28
    9 hrs 24 mins 3 changes
    05:52
    St Helens Junction
    Pontyclun
    St Helens Junction to Pontyclun
  • Mon 6th May
    22:28
    10 hrs 4 mins 3 changes
    08:32
    St Helens Junction
    Pontyclun
    St Helens Junction to Pontyclun
  • Mon 6th May
    23:29
    9 hrs 59 mins 3 changes
    09:28
    St Helens Junction
    Pontyclun
    St Helens Junction to Pontyclun
  • Mon 6th May
    23:59
    10 hrs 28 mins 3 changes
    10:27
    St Helens Junction
    Pontyclun
    St Helens Junction to Pontyclun

About St Helens Junction Station

Station name St Helens Junction (SHJ)
Address St Helens Junction station, Station Road, St Helens, Merseyside, WA9 3LA
Managed by NT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday 06:05 - 23:50
Tuesday 06:05 - 23:50
Wednesday 06:05 - 23:50
Thursday 06:05 - 23:50
Friday 06:05 - 23:50
Saturday 06:05 - 23:50
Sunday 08:20 - 23:35
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

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

About Pontyclun Station

Station name Pontyclun (PYC)
Address Pontyclun station, Station Approach, Pontyclun, Rhondda Cynon Taf, CF72 9DS
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 St Helens Junction and Pontyclun

The travel time between St Helens Junction and Pontyclun by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 6hrs 14 mins & the fastest journey takes 4hrs 50 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between St Helens Junction and Pontyclun vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 16 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:28, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:02.

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Amenities on trains between St Helens Junction and Pontyclun can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between St Helens Junction & Pontyclun. owever, there are 16 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales, Northern Rail are the main train operating companies running services between St Helens Junction and Pontyclun.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between St Helens Junction and Pontyclun, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.