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

The cheapest way to get from Carmarthen to Pontypool is to bus which costs £12 - £20 and takes 4h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Carmarthen to Pontypool is to drive which takes 1h 28m and costs £17 - £26.

Is there a direct bus between Carmarthen and Pontypool?

No, there is no direct bus from Carmarthen to Pontypool. However, there are services departing from Rose and Crown and arriving at Park Road via Market Square 16. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 6m.

How far is it from Carmarthen to Pontypool?

The distance between Carmarthen and Pontypool is 101 miles. The road distance is 72.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Carmarthen to Pontypool without a car is to train which takes 2h 55m and costs £35 - £60.

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

It takes approximately 2h 55m to get from Carmarthen to Pontypool, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carmarthen to Pontypool bus from?

Carmarthen to Pontypool bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Rose and Crown station.

Train or bus from Carmarthen to Pontypool?

The best way to get from Carmarthen to Pontypool is to train which takes 2h 55m and costs £35 - £60. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £12 - £20 and takes 4h 6m.

Where does the Carmarthen to Pontypool bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Carmarthen to Pontypool?

Yes, the driving distance between Carmarthen to Pontypool is 73 miles. It takes approximately 1h 28m to drive from Carmarthen to Pontypool.

Where can I stay near Pontypool?

There are 767+ hotels available in Pontypool.

Carmarthen to Pontypool - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Carmarthen 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 Carmarthen to CwmbranMilford Haven - Crewe / ...
2h 55m
£40–56
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Rose and Crown to Kingsway K14112
4h 6m
£12–19
Drive 72.2 mi
1. Drive from Carmarthen to Pontypool72.2 mi
1h 28m
£18–26
Train via Cardiff Central
1. Take the train from Carmarthen to Cardiff CentralMilford Haven - Crewe / ...
3h 34m
£17–40

Carmarthen to Pontypool by train, foot, and bus

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2h 55mAverage Duration

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Distance: 100.1 mi
Duration: 2h 55m

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

Transport for Wales operates a train from Carmarthen to Cwmbran every 4 hours. Tickets cost £35–55 and the journey takes 2h 20m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Rose and Crown to Kingsway K14 twice daily. Tickets cost £8–14 and the journey takes 3h 10m.

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