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How to get fromManchester to Pontypoolby train, car or bus

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

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  1. Train

    best
    1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cwmbrantrain train Manchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
    3h 29m
    £40–71
  2. Train, line 23 bus

    cheapest
    1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Birmingham New Streettrain train
    2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Newport (S Wales)train train
    3. Take the bus from Market Square 18 to Town Hall 4bus bus 23 / ...
    5h 22m
    £33–144
  3. Drive 151.7 mi

    1. Drive from Manchester to Pontypoolcar car 151.7 mi
    3h 27m
    £37–53

Manchester to Pontypool by train, foot, and bus

Calendar104Weekly Services
Duration3h 29mAverage Duration
Ticket£40Cheapest Price
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Questions & Answers

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

Transport for Wales operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cwmbran hourly. Tickets cost £35–70 and the journey takes 2h 43m.

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