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

The cheapest way to get from Inverness to Pontypool is to fly and bus which costs £55 - £210 and takes 5h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Inverness to Pontypool is to fly and bus which takes 5h 16m and costs £55 - £210.

Is there a direct bus between Inverness and Pontypool?

No, there is no direct bus from Inverness to Pontypool. However, there are services departing from Union Street and arriving at Park Road via Buchanan Bus Station and Market Square 16. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 36m.

How far is it from Inverness to Pontypool?

The distance between Inverness and Pontypool is 485 miles. The road distance is 503.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Inverness to Pontypool without a car is to train via Edinburgh which takes 10h 46m and costs £110 - £300.

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

It takes approximately 5h 16m to get from Inverness to Pontypool, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Inverness to Pontypool bus from?

Inverness to Pontypool bus services, operated by Ember, depart from Union Street station.

Train or bus from Inverness to Pontypool?

The best way to get from Inverness to Pontypool is to train via Edinburgh which takes 10h 46m and costs £110 - £300. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 14h 36m.

Where does the Inverness to Pontypool bus arrive?

Inverness to Pontypool bus services, operated by Ember, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Can I drive from Inverness to Pontypool?

Yes, the driving distance between Inverness to Pontypool is 503 miles. It takes approximately 9h 15m to drive from Inverness to Pontypool.

Where can I stay near Pontypool?

There are 770+ hotels available in Pontypool.

Inverness to Pontypool - 11 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 11 ways to get from Inverness to Pontypool by plane, bus, train, 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.

Fly Inverness Dalcross Airport to Bristol Airport, bus
best
1. Fly from Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV) to Bristol Airport (BRS)INV - BRS
2. Take the bus from Public Transport Interchange to Kingsway K14
3. Take the bus from Market Square 16 to Park Road
5h 16m
£58–208
Train via Edinburgh
1. Take the train from Inverness to Haymarket
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Crewe
3. Take the train from Crewe to Cwmbran
10h 46m
£118–291
Bus
1. Take the bus from Union Street to Buchanan Bus StationE8
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Queensway Q1M19
14h 36m
Drive 500.5 mi
1. Drive from Inverness to Pontypool500.5 mi
9h 15m
£125–181
Train to Glasgow Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Inverness to Glasgow Queen Street
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Bristol Airport (BRS)GLA - BRS
3. Take the bus from Public Transport Interchange to Kingsway K14
8h 40m
£71–180
Train to Aberdeen Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Inverness to Aberdeen
2. Fly from Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) to Bristol Airport (BRS)ABZ - BRS
3. Take the bus from Public Transport Interchange to Kingsway K14
7h 53m
£108–280
Train, bus to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Inverness to Pitlochry
2. Take the bus from Fishers Hotel to Airport
3. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Bristol Airport (BRS)EDI - BRS
4. Take the bus from Public Transport Interchange to Kingsway K14
8h 29m
Fly Inverness Dalcross Airport to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Fly from Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)INV - LHR
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Newport (S Wales)
6h 33m
£111–505
Fly Inverness Dalcross Airport to Luton Airport, train
1. Fly from Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV) to Luton Airport (LTN)INV - LTN
2. Take the train from Luton Airport Parkway to Farringdon
3. Take the train from London Paddington to Newport (S Wales)
7h 9m
£101–360
Train
1. Take the train from Inverness to CreweInverness - London Euston
2. Take the train from Crewe to CwmbranManchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
11h 55m
£132–151
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Edinburgh, Bus StationUk094
2. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Newport (S Wales)Edinburgh - Cardiff Central
12h 54m
£148–588

Inverness to Pontypool by train and bus

47Weekly Services

10h 46mAverage Duration

£118Cheapest Price

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Distance: 481.8 mi
Duration: 5h 16m

What companies run services between Inverness, Scotland and Pontypool, Wales?

You can take a train from Inverness to Town Hall 4 via Haymarket, Crewe, Cwmbran, and Cwmbran Rail Station in around 10h 46m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Union Street to Park Road via Buchanan Bus Station, Queensway Q1, and Market Square 16 in around 14h 36m.

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