🚌 Bus from Nelson to Pontypridd
3 direct routes · about 17 min · first bus 06:11, last bus 18:21 (weekdays).
💷 Fares on this journey are set by the operator — the England fare cap doesn't apply in Wales. Check the operator's website or Traveline Cymru for current prices. Who travels free →
Direct routes
| Route | Operator | Journey time | Weekday journeys | First | Last | Board at |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 78 | Stagecoach South Wales | ~17 min | 13 | 06:11 | 18:21 | Nelson Bus Station Stand 2 (Stand 2) |
| X38 | Harris Coaches | ~20 min | 12 | 07:20 | 18:50 | Llancaiach Fawr (before) |
| 7 | Harris Coaches | ~24 min | 11 | 07:20 | 17:41 | Nelson Bus Station Stand 1 (Stand 1) |
Times are for the first boarding point in Nelson on each route's weekday timetable — open the route for the full timetable, live map and every stop.
Frequently asked questions
Which bus goes from Nelson to Pontypridd?
3 routes run directly from Nelson to Pontypridd: the 78 (Stagecoach South Wales), the X38 (Harris Coaches), the 7 (Harris Coaches).
How long does the bus take from Nelson to Pontypridd?
Around 17 minutes on the 78, depending on time of day and traffic.
What time is the first and last bus from Nelson to Pontypridd?
On weekdays the first direct bus (the 78) leaves around 06:11 and the last around 18:21. Check the route timetable for weekends.
How much is the bus from Nelson to Pontypridd?
Fares on this journey are set by the operator — the England fare cap doesn't apply in Wales. Check the operator's website or Traveline Cymru for current prices.