What is the cheapest way to get from Aberdare to Pontypool?

The cheapest way to get from Aberdare to Pontypool is to drive which costs £5 - £9 and takes 36 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Aberdare to Pontypool?

The fastest way to get from Aberdare to Pontypool is to drive which takes 36 min and costs £5 - £9.

Is there a direct train between Aberdare and Pontypool?

No, there is no direct train from Aberdare to Pontypool. However, there are services departing from Aberdare and arriving at Cwmbran via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 10m.

How far is it from Aberdare to Pontypool?

The distance between Aberdare and Pontypool is 45 miles. The road distance is 22.8 miles.

How do I travel from Aberdare to Pontypool without a car?

The best way to get from Aberdare to Pontypool without a car is to train which takes 2h 10m and costs £15 - £27.

How long does it take to get from Aberdare to Pontypool?

It takes approximately 2h 10m to get from Aberdare to Pontypool, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Aberdare to Pontypool train from?

Aberdare to Pontypool train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Aberdare station.

Where does the Aberdare to Pontypool train arrive?

Aberdare to Pontypool train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Cardiff Central station.

Can I drive from Aberdare to Pontypool?

Yes, the driving distance between Aberdare to Pontypool is 23 miles. It takes approximately 36 min to drive from Aberdare to Pontypool.

Where can I stay near Pontypool?

There are 817+ hotels available in Pontypool.

Aberdare to Pontypool - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Aberdare to Pontypool by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
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1. Take the train from Aberdare to Cardiff Centraltrain Aberdare - Merthyr Tydfil / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Cwmbrantrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2h 10m
£16–26
Drive 22.6 mi
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1. Drive from Aberdare to Pontypoolcar 22.6 mi
36 min
£6–9
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Aberdare to Cardiff Queen Streettrain Aberdare - Merthyr Tydfil / ...
2. Take the bus from Greyfriars Road GH to Town Hall 2bus X3
3h 38m
£14–23
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Aberdare to Pontypooltaxi 22.6 mi
36 min
£100–130

Aberdare to Pontypool by train and bus

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2h 10mAverage Duration

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Distance: 44.8 mi
Duration: 2h 10m

What companies run services between Aberdare, Wales and Pontypool, Wales?

You can take a train from Aberdare to Trosnant Street via Cardiff Central, Cwmbran, and Trussel Road in around 2h 10m.

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