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

The cheapest way to get from Dublin to Pontypool is to fly and train and bus which costs £40 - £160 and takes 5h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dublin to Pontypool is to fly and train and bus which takes 5h 47m and costs £40 - £160.

How far is it from Dublin to Pontypool?

The distance between Dublin and Pontypool is 279 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dublin to Pontypool without a car is to ferry and train via Holyhead which takes 9h 35m and costs £100 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 9h 35m to get from Dublin to Pontypool, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Pontypool?

There are 767+ hotels available in Pontypool.

Dublin to Pontypool - 8 ways to travel via train, ferry, car ferry, and car

There are 8 ways to get from Dublin to Pontypool by ferry, train, car ferry, car, plane, or bus

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

Ferry, train via Holyhead
best
1. Take the ferry from Dublin Ferryport B+I to HolyheadDublin Ferryport B+I-Holyhead
2. Take the train from Holyhead to AbergavennyHolyhead - Cardiff Central / ...
9h 35m
£105–142
Fly to Bristol Airport, train, bus
cheapest
1. Fly from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Bristol Airport (BRS)DUB - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Newport (S Wales)
3. Take the bus from Market Square 16 to Park Road
5h 47m
£42–156
Car ferry, drive
1. Take the car ferry from Dublin Terminal 1 to Holyhead
2. Drive from Holyhead to Pontypool
7h 31m
£78–98
Ferry, train
1. Take the ferry from Dublin Ferryport B+I to Holyhead Ferry0
2. Take the train from Holyhead to AbergavennyHolyhead - Cardiff Central / ...
9h 36m
£126–180
Fly to Cardiff Airport, train, bus
1. Fly from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)DUB - CWL
2. Take the train from Barry to Cardiff Central
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Newport (S Wales)
4. Take the bus from Market Square 16 to Park Road
5h 53m
£44–252
Fly to Liverpool, train
1. Fly from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Liverpool (LPL)DUB - LPL
2. Take the train from Liverpool South Parkway to Crewe
3. Take the train from Crewe to Abergavenny
6h 49m
£83–245
Fly to East Midlands Airport, train
1. Fly from Dublin Airport (DUB) to East Midlands Airport (EMA)DUB - EMA
2. Take the train from Derby to Newport (S Wales)
7h 17m
£88–250
Fly to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Fly from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)DUB - BHX
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Newport (S Wales)
7h 13m
£56–194

Dublin to Pontypool by ferry, foot, train, and bus

21Weekly Services

9h 35mAverage Duration

£105Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Dublin to Pontypool.

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Distance: 277.4 mi
Duration: 9h 35m

What companies run services between Dublin, Ireland and Pontypool, Wales?

There is no direct connection from Dublin to Pontypool. However, you can take the ferry to Holyhead, walk to Holyhead, take the train to Abergavenny, walk to Station Road, then take the line 23 bus to Town Hall 5. Alternatively, you can take a car ferry from Dublin Terminal 1 to Pontypool via Holyhead in around 7h 31m.

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