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Gloucester to Pontypridd train prices and times

Planning a journey from Gloucester to Pontypridd? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as NZD 19.15, with average prices for this route around NZD 71.06. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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06:19 1h 42m, No direct Gloucester	08:01 Trefforest Estate	Find Tickets
06:19 1h 49m, No direct Gloucester	08:08 Trefforest Estate	Find Tickets
06:53 1h 38m, No direct Gloucester	08:31 Trefforest Estate	Find Tickets
06:53 1h 45m, No direct Gloucester	08:38 Trefforest Estate	Find Tickets
06:58 2h 21m, No direct Gloucester	09:19 Trefforest Estate	Find Tickets
07:53 1h 45m, No direct Gloucester	09:38 Paris	Find Tickets

Gloucester to Pontypridd train route details

First train

05:49

Last train

23:18

Departure station

Gloucester

Arrival station

Pontypridd

Journey time

1h 34m

Distance

82 km

Price

NZD 19.15*

Train Operators

CrossCountry, Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales

How to book cheap train tickets from Gloucester to Pontypridd

Travelling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Gloucester to Pontypridd can result in significant cost savings.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travellers. You can discover more about Railcards here.

Split Tickets for greater savings

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Gloucester to Pontypridd, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Gloucester to Pontypridd ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make travelling from Gloucester to Pontypridd more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Gloucester to Pontypridd train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with its own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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*Based on Trip.com ticket data from 2023, Split Tickets provided notably lower prices compared to full-price tickets.

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