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

The cheapest way to get from Aberdeen to Pontypool is to bus which costs £40 - £110 and takes 18h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Aberdeen to Pontypool is to fly and train which takes 5h 44m and costs £90 - £220.

Is there a direct bus between Aberdeen and Pontypool?

No, there is no direct bus from Aberdeen station to Pontypool. However, there are services departing from Union Square Bus Station and arriving at Park Road via Buchanan Bus Station, Shudehill Interchange, Bus Station and Market Square 16. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 10m.

How far is it from Aberdeen to Pontypool?

The distance between Aberdeen and Pontypool is 457 miles. The road distance is 469.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Aberdeen to Pontypool without a car is to train via Crewe which takes 9h 54m and costs £100 - £290.

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

It takes approximately 5h 44m to get from Aberdeen to Pontypool, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Aberdeen to Pontypool bus from?

Aberdeen to Pontypool bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, depart from Union Square Bus Station.

Train or bus from Aberdeen to Pontypool?

The best way to get from Aberdeen to Pontypool is to train via Crewe which takes 9h 54m and costs £100 - £290. Alternatively, you can bus via Glasgow, which costs £35 - £120 and takes 15h 10m.

Where does the Aberdeen to Pontypool bus arrive?

Aberdeen to Pontypool bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink Coaches Ltd, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Can I drive from Aberdeen to Pontypool?

Yes, the driving distance between Aberdeen to Pontypool is 470 miles. It takes approximately 8h 36m to drive from Aberdeen to Pontypool.

Where can I stay near Pontypool?

There are 770+ hotels available in Pontypool.

Aberdeen to Pontypool - 11 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 11 ways to get from Aberdeen to Pontypool by plane, train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly Aberdeen Airport to Bristol Airport, train
best
1. Fly from Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) to Bristol Airport (BRS)ABZ - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Newport (S Wales)
5h 44m
£90–215
Bus via Glasgow
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Union Square Bus Station to Buchanan Bus StationM9
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Shudehill Interchange
3. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Bus Station
4. Take the bus from Bus Station to Queensway Q1
15h 10m
£37–114
Train via Crewe
1. Take the train from Aberdeen to Haymarket
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Crewe
3. Take the train from Crewe to Cwmbran
9h 54m
£106–282
Drive 467.1 mi
1. Drive from Aberdeen to Pontypool467.1 mi
8h 36m
£116–168
Fly Aberdeen Airport to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Fly from Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)ABZ - BHX
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Newport (S Wales)
7h 6m
£109–292
Train to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the train from Aberdeen to Haymarket
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Bristol Airport (BRS)EDI - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Newport (S Wales)
7h 46m
£61–196
Fly Aberdeen Airport to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Fly from Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)ABZ - LHR
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Newport (S Wales)
6h 44m
£120–456
Fly Aberdeen Airport to Manchester Airport, train
1. Fly from Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) to Manchester Airport (MAN)ABZ - MAN
2. Take the train from Wilmslow to Cwmbran
7h 51m
£126–241
Train to Inverness Dalcross Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the train from Aberdeen to Inverness Airport Station
2. Fly from Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV) to Bristol Airport (BRS)INV - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Newport (S Wales)
7h 34m
£69–255
Train
1. Take the train from Aberdeen to Bristol ParkwayAberdeen - Plymouth / ...
10h 38m
£235–741
Bus
1. Take the bus from Aberdeen Bus Station to Newcastle-Upon-TyneUkn11
2. Take the bus from Newcastle-Upon-Tyne to Cardiff North RoadUk078
18h 12m
£41–104

Aberdeen to Pontypool by train and bus

47Weekly Services

9h 54mAverage Duration

£106Cheapest Price

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Distance: 454.7 mi
Duration: 5h 44m

What companies run services between Aberdeen, Scotland and Pontypool, Wales?

You can take a train from Aberdeen to Town Hall 5 via Haymarket, Crewe, Cwmbran, and Cwmbran Rail Station in around 9h 54m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Union Square Bus Station to Park Road via Buchanan Bus Station, Shudehill Interchange, Bus Station, Queensway Q1, and Market Square 16 in around 15h 10m.

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