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

The cheapest way to get from Calais to Pontypool is to bus via London Heathrow Airport (LHR) which costs £30 - £55 and takes 12h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Calais to Pontypool is to car ferry and drive which takes 5h 10m and costs £80 - £120.

Is there a direct bus between Calais and Pontypool?

No, there is no direct bus from Calais to Pontypool. However, there are services departing from Calais and arriving at Park Road via London Victoria and Market Square 16. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 27m.

How far is it from Calais to Pontypool?

The distance between Calais and Pontypool is 243 miles.

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

The best way to get from Calais to Pontypool without a car is to bus and train which takes 7h 21m and costs £50 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 7h 21m to get from Calais to Pontypool, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Calais to Pontypool bus from?

Calais to Pontypool bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Calais station.

Where does the Calais to Pontypool bus arrive?

Calais to Pontypool bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at London Victoria station.

What is the time difference between Calais and Pontypool?

Pontypool is 1h behind Calais. It is currently 3:11 PM in Calais and 2:11 PM in Pontypool.

Where can I stay near Pontypool?

There are 765+ hotels available in Pontypool.

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

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

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

Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Calais to London Victoria700 / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Newport (S Wales)London Paddington - Swansea / ...
7h 21m
£53–167
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Calais to London Victoria700 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Kingsway K14509 / ...
8h 27m
£26–78
Eurotunnel, drive
1. Take the car train from Calais-Fréthun to Folkestonele shuttle
2. Drive from Folkestone to Pontypool
4h 16m
Bus via London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
1. Take the bus from Calais to London Victoria
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Newport Train StationUk940 / ...
12h 42m
£32–52
Car ferry, drive
1. Take the car ferry from Calais to Port of Dover
2. Drive from Port of Dover to Pontypool
5h 10m
£82–117

Calais to Pontypool by bus, foot, subway, and train

201Weekly Services

7h 21mAverage Duration

£53Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Calais to Pontypool.

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Distance: 241.9 mi
Duration: 7h 21m

What companies run services between Calais, France and Pontypool, Wales?

You can take a bus from Calais to Park Road via London Victoria, Kingsway K14, and Market Square 16 in around 8h 27m.

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