What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff Airport to Pontypool?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff Airport to Pontypool is to drive which costs £8 - £12 and takes 50 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff Airport to Pontypool?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff Airport to Pontypool is to drive which takes 50 min and costs £8 - £12.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff Airport and Pontypool?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff Airport to Pontypool. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Airport and arriving at Town Hall 4 via Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 14 and Market Square 16. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 35m.

How far is it from Cardiff Airport to Pontypool?

The distance between Cardiff Airport and Pontypool is 40 miles. The road distance is 33.1 miles.

How do I travel from Cardiff Airport to Pontypool without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff Airport to Pontypool without a car is to line 304 bus and bus via Market Square 16 which takes 2h 41m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Cardiff Airport to Pontypool?

It takes approximately 2h 41m to get from Cardiff Airport to Pontypool, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff Airport to Pontypool bus from?

Cardiff Airport to Pontypool bus services, operated by First South & West Wales, depart from Cardiff Airport station.

Where does the Cardiff Airport to Pontypool bus arrive?

Cardiff Airport to Pontypool bus services, operated by First South & West Wales, arrive at Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 1 station.

Can I drive from Cardiff Airport to Pontypool?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff Airport to Pontypool is 33 miles. It takes approximately 50 min to drive from Cardiff Airport to Pontypool.

Where can I stay near Pontypool?

There are 770+ hotels available in Pontypool.

Cardiff Airport to Pontypool - 6 ways to travel via train, line 304 bus

There are 6 ways to get from Cardiff Airport 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.

Line 304 bus, bus via Market Square 16
best
1. Take the bus from Cardiff Airport to Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 1304
2. Take the bus from Market Square 16 to Town Hall 4X24 / ...
2h 41m
Drive 32.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cardiff Airport to Pontypool32.9 mi
50 min
£9–12
Line 304 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Cardiff Airport to Barry Hotel304
2. Take the train from Barry to Cardiff Central
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Cwmbran
2h 43m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Cardiff Airport to Pontypool32.9 mi
50 min
£70–85
Line 304 bus, line 30 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Cardiff Airport to Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 1304
2. Take the bus from Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 14 to Friars Walk 1530
3. Take the bus from Market Square 16 to Town Hall 4X24 / ...
3h 35m
Line 304 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Cardiff Airport to Customhouse Street JW304
2. Take the bus from Greyfriars Road GH to Town Hall 2X3
3h 51m

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Map of how to get from Cardiff Airport to Pontypool.

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Distance: 39.8 mi
Duration: 2h 41m

What companies run services between Cardiff Airport, Wales and Pontypool, Wales?

You can take a bus from Cardiff Airport to Town Hall 4 via Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 1, Cardiff Central, Newport (S Wales), and Market Square 16 in around 2h 41m.

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