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Pontypridd to Liverpool by train

First train

05:16

Last train

23:24

Departure station

Pontypridd

Arrival station

Liverpool

Journey time

From 4h 13m

Distance

126 miles (203 km)

Frequency

48 trains per day

Changes

2 changes

Train operators

CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, Merseyrail, Transport for Wales

Take the train from Pontypridd to Liverpool in 4 hours 13 minutes

If you want to travel from Pontypridd to Liverpool by train, you've come to the right place.

You can expect the journey from Pontypridd to Liverpool by train to take around 5 hours 48 minutes. If you want to get there as quickly as possible, it can take as little as 4 hours 13 minutes on the fastest services. You'll usually find around 48 trains per day running on this route, which spans 126 miles (203 km). You'll have to make 2 changes along the way on your journey to Liverpool. You can travel on this route with either Avanti West Coast, Great Western Railway or Transport for Wales. As the main train operators on this route, all offer comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.

Train tickets from Pontypridd to Liverpool are usually cheaper when you book in advance compared to buying them on the day. Travelling during Off-Peak times or using a Railcard can also help you save money on train travel. Start a search in our Journey Planner to check out the latest prices.

Ready to book? Start your search for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information, including money-saving tips, or check our timetable above where you can view live train times.

FAQs about the train journey from Pontypridd to Liverpool

Want to know more about your journey from Pontypridd to Liverpool? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How do you get to Liverpool from Pontypridd?

To travel to Liverpool from Pontypridd, you can take the train - on average, the journey takes around 5 hours and 48 minutes, though the fastest trains can take 4 hours and 13 minutes. Use our Journey Planner to get more information.

How long is the train ride from Pontypridd to Liverpool?

Trains from Pontypridd to Liverpool take an average of 5 hours and 48 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 4 hours and 13 minutes. You'll usually find 48 trains per day on this route, so use our Journey Planner to check specific dates as times may vary.

What is the quickest journey time between Pontypridd and Liverpool by train?

The quickest journey time between Pontypridd and Liverpool by train is 4 hours and 13 minutes.

Are there direct trains from Pontypridd to Liverpool?

No, there are no direct trains running from Pontypridd to Liverpool, you’ll usually need to make at least 2 changes during the journey.

Cheap train tickets from Pontypridd to Liverpool

Book in advance

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Consider a Season Ticket

If you catch this train more than 3 times per week, you could save money with a Season Ticket. With annual, monthly and weekly options available, find out if a season ticket for Pontypridd to Liverpool is right for you.

Use your Railcard

National Railcards offer a 1/3 off eligible train tickets in the UK and can be a great investment if you travel a few times or more in a year. Find out how you can save with a National Railcard here.

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For more money-saving tips on UK and European train travel, read our cheap train tickets guide.

† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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