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Manchester to Pontarddulais Train prices and times
Planning a journey from Manchester to Pontarddulais? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as €17.12, with average prices for this route around €17.12. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.
| Departure | Arrival | Operator | Find Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
10:30 Manchester Piccadilly | 15:37 Pontarddulais |  | Find Tickets |
14:30 Manchester Piccadilly | 19:47 Pontarddulais | | Find Tickets |
18:30 Manchester Piccadilly | 05:25 +1Pontarddulais | | Find Tickets |
19:30 Manchester Piccadilly | 05:51 +1Pontarddulais | | Find Tickets |
20:30 Manchester Piccadilly | 09:12 +1Pontarddulais | | Find Tickets |
23:00 Manchester Piccadilly | 09:12 +1Paris |  | Find Tickets |
Manchester to Pontarddulais Train Route Details
First train
10:30
Last train
23:00
Journey time
5h 7m
Distance
231 km
Price
€17.12*
How to book cheap train tickets from Manchester to Pontarddulais
Traveling in off-peak train times
Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Manchester to Pontarddulais can result in significant cost savings.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard
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 travelers. You can discover more about Railcards here.
Split Tickets for greater savings
Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're traveling from Manchester to Pontarddulais, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn't require leaving your seat.
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 to Pontarddulais ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.
Travel in a group to save 1/3
If you are traveling 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 traveling from Manchester to Pontarddulais more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.
Manchester to Pontarddulais 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:
Off-peak & Super Off-peak train tickets
Off-peak tickets are cheaper and offer more flexibility for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and suitable for unconventional schedules.
Return train tickets
Valid for both an outbound and return journey from the same destination on your chosen route.
Advance train tickets
As one of the most cost-effective ticket options available, purchasing up to 12 weeks in advance can save you a considerable amount of money.
Season train tickets
These allow unlimited travel between two stations and can save you over 1/3 on train fares.
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*Based on Trip.com ticket data from 2023, Split Tickets provided notably lower prices compared to full-price tickets.