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

The cheapest way to get from Aberystwyth to Pontypool is to bus via Newtown which costs £17 - £35 and takes 6h 4m.

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 5m 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 2 and arriving at Town Hall 5 via Newtown Bus Station Stand 2, Brecon Interchange 4 and Abergavenny Bus Station Stand 3. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 4m.

Is there a direct train between Aberystwyth and Pontypool?

No, there is no direct train from Aberystwyth to Pontypool. However, there are services departing from Aberystwyth and arriving at Abergavenny via Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 30m.

How far is it from Aberystwyth to Pontypool?

The distance between Aberystwyth and Pontypool is 167 miles. The road distance is 86.6 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 via Abergavenny which takes 4h 30m and costs £65 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 4h 30m 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 National Express, depart from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2.

Where do I catch the Aberystwyth to Pontypool train from?

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

Train or bus from Aberystwyth to Pontypool?

The best way to get from Aberystwyth to Pontypool is to train via Abergavenny which takes 4h 30m and costs £65 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus via Newtown, which costs £17 - £35 and takes 6h 4m.

Where does the Aberystwyth to Pontypool bus arrive?

Aberystwyth to Pontypool bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Newtown Bus Station Stand 2.

Where does the Aberystwyth to Pontypool train arrive?

Aberystwyth to Pontypool train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Shrewsbury station.

Can I drive from Aberystwyth to Pontypool?

Yes, the driving distance between Aberystwyth to Pontypool is 87 miles. It takes approximately 2h 5m to drive from Aberystwyth to Pontypool.

Where can I stay near Pontypool?

There are 825+ hotels available in Pontypool.

Aberystwyth to Pontypool - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Aberystwyth to Pontypool by train, bus, or car

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Train via Abergavenny
best
1. Take the train from Aberystwyth to Shrewsburytrain Aberystwyth - Birmingham International / ...
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Abergavennytrain Holyhead - Cardiff Central / ...
4h 30m
£67–116
Bus via Newtown
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 to Newtown Bus Station Stand 2bus 409
2. Take the bus from Newtown Bus Station Stand 2 to Brecon Interchange 1bus T4
6h 4m
£17–33
Drive 86.1 mi
1. Drive from Aberystwyth to Pontypoolcar 86.1 mi
2h 5m
£21–31
Train
1. Take the train from Aberystwyth to Shrewsburytrain Aberystwyth - Birmingham International / ...
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Cwmbrantrain Manchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
4h 39m
£73–123
Bus
1. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 to Tresillian Waybus T1c
6h 18m

Aberystwyth to Pontypool by train, foot, and bus

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Distance: 166.1 mi
Duration: 4h 30m

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

You can take a train from Aberystwyth to Town Hall 5 via Shrewsbury, Abergavenny, and Station Road in around 4h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 to Town Hall 5 via Newtown Bus Station Stand 2, Brecon Interchange 4, and Abergavenny Bus Station Stand 3 in around 6h 4m.

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