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Manchester Piccadilly to Pontyclun train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Manchester Piccadilly to Pontyclun, starting from 75.01 BYN and averaging 75.01 BYN. The entire journey takes no more than 3h 50m. If you want to get more discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Departs	Arrives	Find Tickets
10:30 3h 57m, No direct Manchester Piccadilly	14:27 Pontyclun	Find Tickets
12:31 3h 50m, No direct Manchester Piccadilly	16:21 Pontyclun	Find Tickets
14:30 4h 1m, No direct Manchester Piccadilly	18:31 Pontyclun	Find Tickets
15:30 4h 25m, No direct Manchester Piccadilly	19:55 Pontyclun	Find Tickets
19:30 10h 23m, No direct Manchester Piccadilly	05:53 +1 Pontyclun	Find Tickets
22:30 9h 54m, No direct Manchester Piccadilly	08:24 +1 Paris	Find Tickets

Manchester Piccadilly to Pontyclun train route details

First train

10:30

Last train

23:00

Departure station

Manchester Piccadilly

Arrival station

Pontyclun

Journey time

3h 50m

Distance

231 km

Price

75.01 BYN*

Train Operators

Northern, Transport for Wales

How to book cheap train tickets from Manchester Piccadilly to Pontyclun

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 Manchester Piccadilly to Pontyclun can result in significant cost savings.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travellers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit 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 Manchester Piccadilly to Pontyclun, 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 Manchester Piccadilly to Pontyclun 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 planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

Manchester Piccadilly to Pontyclun train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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