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

The cheapest way to get from Cambridge to Pontypool is to drive which costs £40 - £60 and takes 3h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cambridge to Pontypool is to drive which takes 3h 32m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Cambridge and Pontypool?

No, there is no direct bus from Cambridge to Pontypool. However, there are services departing from Parkside and arriving at Park Road via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Market Square 16. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 25m.

How far is it from Cambridge to Pontypool?

The distance between Cambridge and Pontypool is 205 miles. The road distance is 163.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cambridge to Pontypool without a car is to train which takes 4h 23m and costs £95 - £200.

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

It takes approximately 4h 23m to get from Cambridge to Pontypool, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cambridge to Pontypool bus from?

Cambridge to Pontypool bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Parkside station.

Train or bus from Cambridge to Pontypool?

The best way to get from Cambridge to Pontypool is to train which takes 4h 23m and costs £95 - £200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £65 and takes 6h 25m.

Where does the Cambridge to Pontypool bus arrive?

Cambridge to Pontypool bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Can I drive from Cambridge to Pontypool?

Yes, the driving distance between Cambridge to Pontypool is 163 miles. It takes approximately 3h 32m to drive from Cambridge to Pontypool.

Where can I stay near Pontypool?

There are 794+ hotels available in Pontypool.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Cambridge 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 Cambridge to King's Crosstrain Kings Lynn - London Kings Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Newport (S Wales)train London Paddington - Swansea / ...
4h 23m
£96–191
Drive 162.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cambridge to Pontypoolcar 162.3 mi
3h 32m
£41–59
Bus
1. Take the bus from Parkside to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 727 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Kingsway K14bus 201 / ...
6h 25m
£45–63
Train via Birmingham
1. Take the train from Cambridge to Birmingham New Streettrain Stansted Airport - Birmingham New Street / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Newport (S Wales)train Nottingham - Cardiff Central / ...
6h 28m
£115–311
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Cambridge to London St Pancras Intltrain Cambridge - Brighton / ...
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Newport Train Stationbus Uk940 / ...
7h 12m
£48–90

Cambridge to Pontypool by train, subway, and bus

176Weekly Services

4h 23mAverage Duration

£96Cheapest Price

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Distance: 203.5 mi
Duration: 4h 23m

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

You can take a train from Cambridge to Town Hall 4 via London Kings Cross, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Paddington, London Paddington, Newport (S Wales), Cwmbran, and Cwmbran Rail Station in around 4h 23m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Parkside to Park Road via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Kingsway K14, and Market Square 16 in around 6h 25m.

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