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

The cheapest way to get from Caerphilly to Pontypool is to drive which costs £3 - £6 and takes 23 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Caerphilly to Pontypool is to taxi which takes 23 min and costs £35 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Caerphilly and Pontypool?

No, there is no direct bus from Caerphilly to Pontypool. However, there are services departing from South Gate Square and arriving at Twympath via Blackwood Bus Station Stand 3. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 44m.

How far is it from Caerphilly to Pontypool?

The distance between Caerphilly and Pontypool is 20 miles. The road distance is 15.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Caerphilly to Pontypool without a car is to line 26 bus and line 21 bus which takes 1h 44m and costs £7 - £11.

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

It takes approximately 1h 44m to get from Caerphilly to Pontypool, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Caerphilly to Pontypool bus from?

Caerphilly to Pontypool bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, depart from South Gate Square station.

Where does the Caerphilly to Pontypool bus arrive?

Caerphilly to Pontypool bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, arrive at Blackwood Bus Station Stand 9.

Can I drive from Caerphilly to Pontypool?

Yes, the driving distance between Caerphilly to Pontypool is 16 miles. It takes approximately 23 min to drive from Caerphilly to Pontypool.

Where can I stay near Pontypool?

There are 794+ hotels available in Pontypool.

Caerphilly to Pontypool - 5 ways to travel via train, and line 26 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Caerphilly to Pontypool by bus, train, taxi, 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.

Line 26 bus, line 21 bus
best
1. Take the bus from South Gate Square to Blackwood Bus Station Stand 9bus 26
2. Take the bus from Blackwood Bus Station Stand 3 to Twympathbus 21
1h 44m
£8–11
Drive 15.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Caerphilly to Pontypoolcar 15.5 mi
23 min
£4–6
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Caerphilly to Cardiff Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Cwmbrantrain
3. Take the bus from Cwmbran Rail Station to Town Hall 4bus 30 / ...
1h 51m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Caerphilly to Pontypooltaxi 15.5 mi
23 min
£35–45
Line 50 bus, line 23 bus
1. Take the bus from South Gate Square to Market Square 15Abus 50A / ...
2. Take the bus from Market Square 18 to Town Hall 4bus 23 / ...
2h 3m
£10–13

Caerphilly to Pontypool by bus

144Weekly Buses

1h 44mAverage Duration

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Distance: 20.3 mi
Duration: 1h 44m

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

You can take a bus from South Gate Square to Twympath via Blackwood Bus Station Stand 3 in around 1h 44m.

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