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 £55 - £140 and takes 13h 44m.

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 30m and costs £85 - £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 Park Road via Buchanan Bus Station, Newhall St, Lordswood Rd and Market Square 16. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 44m.

How far is it from Aberdeen to Pontypool?

The distance between Aberdeen and Pontypool is 459 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 41m and costs £140 - £360.

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

It takes approximately 5h 30m 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 41m and costs £140 - £360. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £55 - £140 and takes 13h 44m.

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 40m to drive from Aberdeen to Pontypool.

Where can I stay near Pontypool?

There are 774+ 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)plane ABZ - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Newport (S Wales)train
5h 30m
£88–223
Train to Inverness Dalcross Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Aberdeen to Inverness Airport Stationtrain
2. Fly from Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane INV - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Newport (S Wales)train
7h 19m
£57–228
Train via Crewe
1. Take the train from Aberdeen to Haymarkettrain
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Crewetrain
3. Take the train from Crewe to Cwmbrantrain
9h 41m
£149–359
Bus
1. Take the bus from Union Square Bus Station to Buchanan Bus Stationbus M9
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Newhall Stbus
3. Take the bus from Lordswood Rd to Kingsway K14bus 111 / ...
13h 44m
£60–133
Drive 467 mi
1. Drive from Aberdeen to Pontypoolcar 467 mi
8h 40m
£115–166
Train to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the train from Aberdeen to Haymarkettrain
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane EDI - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Newport (S Wales)train
7h 39m
£60–199
Fly Aberdeen Airport to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Fly from Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)plane ABZ - BHX
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Newport (S Wales)train
6h 48m
£106–288
Fly Aberdeen Airport to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Fly from Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane ABZ - LHR
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Newport (S Wales)train
6h 32m
£122–445
Fly Aberdeen Airport to Manchester Airport, train
1. Fly from Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane ABZ - MAN
2. Take the train from Wilmslow to Cwmbrantrain
7h 21m
£129–254
Train
1. Take the train from Aberdeen to Bristol Parkwaytrain Aberdeen - Plymouth / ...
10h 43m
£235–741
Bus via Edinburgh
1. Take the bus from Adelphi to George Streetbus E1
2. Take the bus from Edinburgh, Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 183 / ...
3. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Kingsway K14bus 111 / ...
17h 5m

Aberdeen to Pontypool by train and bus

49Weekly Services

9h 41mAverage Duration

£149Cheapest Price

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Distance: 456.1 mi
Duration: 5h 30m

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

You can take a train from Aberdeen to Town Hall 4 via Haymarket, Crewe, Cwmbran, and Cwmbran Rail Station in around 9h 41m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Union Square Bus Station to Park Road via Buchanan Bus Station, Newhall St, Lordswood Rd, Kingsway K14, and Market Square 16 in around 13h 44m.

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