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

The cheapest way to get from Aberystwyth to Pontypool is to drive which costs £20 - £30 and takes 2h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Aberystwyth to Pontypool is to drive which takes 2h 13m and costs £20 - £30.

Is there a direct bus between Aberystwyth and Pontypool?

No, there is no direct bus from Aberystwyth station to Pontypool. However, there are services departing from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 and arriving at Park Road via Sarn Odeon and Market Square 16. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 40m.

How far is it from Aberystwyth to Pontypool?

The distance between Aberystwyth and Pontypool is 174 miles. The road distance is 85.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Aberystwyth to Pontypool without a car is to train which takes 4h 25m and costs £60 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 4h 25m to get from Aberystwyth to Pontypool, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Aberystwyth to Pontypool bus from?

Aberystwyth to Pontypool bus services, operated by Mid Wales Travel, depart from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7.

Train or bus from Aberystwyth to Pontypool?

The best way to get from Aberystwyth to Pontypool is to train which takes 4h 25m and costs £60 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 6h 40m.

Where does the Aberystwyth to Pontypool bus arrive?

Aberystwyth to Pontypool bus services, operated by Mid Wales Travel, arrive at Sarn Odeon station.

Can I drive from Aberystwyth to Pontypool?

Yes, the driving distance between Aberystwyth to Pontypool is 86 miles. It takes approximately 2h 13m to drive from Aberystwyth to Pontypool.

Where can I stay near Pontypool?

There are 816+ hotels available in Pontypool.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Aberystwyth to Pontypool by 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.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Aberystwyth to Shrewsburytrain Aberystwyth - Birmingham International / ...
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Cwmbrantrain Manchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
4h 25m
£63–117
Drive 85.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Aberystwyth to Pontypoolcar 85.4 mi
2h 13m
£21–31
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 to The Black Lionbus T1 / ...
2. Take the train from Carmarthen to Newport (S Wales)train Milford Haven - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
6h 33m
£40–87
Bus
1. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 to Sarn Odeonbus T1c
2. Take the bus from Sarn Odeon to Kingsway K14bus 201 / ...
6h 40m

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Map of how to get from Aberystwyth to Pontypool.

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Distance: 172.5 mi
Duration: 4h 25m

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

You can take a train from Aberystwyth to Town Hall 4 via Shrewsbury, Cwmbran, and Cwmbran Bus Station Stand E in around 4h 25m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 to Park Road via Sarn Odeon, Kingsway K14, and Market Square 16 in around 6h 40m.

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