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

The cheapest way to get from Bristol to Pontypool is to bus via Newport Train Station which costs £7 - £14 and takes 1h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bristol to Pontypool is to drive which takes 42 min and costs £9 - £14.

Is there a direct bus between Bristol and Pontypool?

No, there is no direct bus from Bristol station to Pontypool. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Park Road via Market Square 16. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 31m.

How far is it from Bristol to Pontypool?

The distance between Bristol and Pontypool is 41 miles. The road distance is 37.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bristol to Pontypool without a car is to bus which takes 1h 31m and costs £13 - £20.

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

It takes approximately 1h 31m to get from Bristol to Pontypool, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bristol to Pontypool bus from?

Bristol to Pontypool bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Where does the Bristol to Pontypool bus arrive?

Bristol to Pontypool bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Kingsway K14 station.

Can I drive from Bristol to Pontypool?

Yes, the driving distance between Bristol to Pontypool is 38 miles. It takes approximately 42 min to drive from Bristol to Pontypool.

Where can I stay near Pontypool?

There are 775+ hotels available in Pontypool.

Bristol to Pontypool - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 6 ways to get from Bristol to Pontypool by bus, train, car, or taxi

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

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Kingsway K14bus 202 / ...
2. Take the bus from Market Square 16 to Park Roadbus X24 / ...
1h 31m
£13–19
Bus via Newport Train Station
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Newport Train Stationbus Uk940 / ...
2. Take the bus from Market Square 16 to Town Hall 4bus X24 / ...
1h 39m
£8–14
Train, bus via Cwmbran
1. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Newport (S Wales)train Portsmouth Harbour - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the bus from Cwmbran Rail Station to Town Hall 4bus 30 / ...
1h 53m
Drive 37.4 mi
1. Drive from Bristol to Pontypoolcar 37.4 mi
42 min
£10–14
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Bristol to Pontypooltaxi 37.4 mi
42 min
£100–130
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Newport (S Wales)train Portsmouth Harbour - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the bus from Market Square 16 to Town Hall 4bus X24 / ...
1h 32m
£11–23

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Bristol to Pontypool.

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Distance: 40.7 mi
Duration: 1h 31m

What companies run services between Bristol, England and Pontypool, Wales?

You can take a bus from Bus Station to Park Road via Kingsway K14 and Market Square 16 in around 1h 31m.

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