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 £35 - £110 and takes 17h 5m.

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 36m and costs £90 - £230.

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 Town Hall 4 via Buchanan Bus Station, Shudehill Interchange, Bus Station and Market Square 16. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 17h 5m.

How far is it from Aberdeen to Pontypool?

The distance between Aberdeen and Pontypool is 458 miles. The road distance is 469.7 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 45m and costs £100 - £270.

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

It takes approximately 5h 36m 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 FlixBus, 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 45m and costs £100 - £270. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £110 and takes 17h 5m.

Where does the Aberdeen to Pontypool bus arrive?

Aberdeen to Pontypool bus services, operated by FlixBus, 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 761+ 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 36m
£90–221
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Union Square Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Station
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
17h 5m
£37–102
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 45m
£107–266
Drive 467 mi
1. Drive from Aberdeen to Pontypool467 mi
8h 36m
£116–167
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)
6h 56m
£107–276
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 42m
£63–179
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 34m
£120–449
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 27m
£128–249
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 41m
£70–258
Train
1. Take the train from Aberdeen to Bristol ParkwayAberdeen - Plymouth / ...
11h 32m
£238–741
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Adelphi to Haymarket StationE1
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Manchester Piccadilly
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cwmbran
12h 2m

Aberdeen to Pontypool by train, foot, and bus

47Weekly Services

9h 45mAverage Duration

£107Cheapest Price

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Distance: 455.5 mi
Duration: 5h 36m

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

You can take a train from Aberdeen to Park Road via Haymarket, Crewe, Cwmbran, and Cwmbran Bus Station Stand F in around 9h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Union Square Bus Station to Town Hall 4 via Buchanan Bus Station, Shudehill Interchange, Bus Station, Queensway Q1, and Market Square 16 in around 17h 5m.

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