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

The cheapest way to get from Derby to Pontypool is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Derby to Pontypool is to drive which takes 2h 25m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Derby and Pontypool?

No, there is no direct bus from Derby station to Pontypool. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Town Hall 4 via Birmingham Coach Station and Market Square 16. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 21m.

How far is it from Derby to Pontypool?

The distance between Derby and Pontypool is 148 miles. The road distance is 129.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Derby to Pontypool without a car is to train and bus which takes 3h 38m and costs £55 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 3h 38m to get from Derby to Pontypool, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Derby to Pontypool bus from?

Derby to Pontypool bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Where does the Derby to Pontypool bus arrive?

Derby to Pontypool bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Can I drive from Derby to Pontypool?

Yes, the driving distance between Derby to Pontypool is 130 miles. It takes approximately 2h 25m to drive from Derby to Pontypool.

Where can I stay near Pontypool?

There are 768+ hotels available in Pontypool.

Derby to Pontypool - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Derby to Pontypool by train, bus, or car

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Derby to Newport (S Wales)Nottingham - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the bus from Market Square 16 to Town Hall 4X24 / ...
3h 38m
£56–106
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Station133 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Kingsway K14111 / ...
5h 21m
£32–68
Drive 129.1 mi
1. Drive from Derby to Pontypool129.1 mi
2h 25m
£32–46

Derby to Pontypool by train, foot, and bus

92Weekly Services

3h 38mAverage Duration

£56Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Derby to Pontypool.

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Distance: 147.4 mi
Duration: 3h 38m

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

You can take a bus from Bus Station to Town Hall 4 via Birmingham Coach Station, Kingsway K14, and Market Square 16 in around 5h 21m.

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