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

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Pontypool is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 3h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Pontypool is to drive which takes 3h 27m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Pontypool?

No, there is no direct bus from Manchester station to Pontypool. However, there are services departing from Manchester Central Coach Station and arriving at Park Road via Birmingham Coach Station and Market Square 16. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 21m.

How far is it from Manchester to Pontypool?

The distance between Manchester and Pontypool is 157 miles. The road distance is 152.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Manchester to Pontypool without a car is to train which takes 3h 29m and costs £35 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 3h 29m to get from Manchester to Pontypool, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Pontypool bus from?

Manchester to Pontypool bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Manchester Central Coach Station.

Train or bus from Manchester to Pontypool?

The best way to get from Manchester to Pontypool is to train which takes 3h 29m and costs £35 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £28 - £75 and takes 6h 21m.

Where does the Manchester to Pontypool bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Manchester to Pontypool?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Pontypool is 153 miles. It takes approximately 3h 27m to drive from Manchester to Pontypool.

Where can I stay near Pontypool?

There are 770+ hotels available in Pontypool.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Manchester 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 Manchester Piccadilly to Cwmbrantrain Manchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
3h 29m
£37–102
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 120 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Kingsway K14bus 111 / ...
6h 21m
£28–75
Drive 151.7 mi
1. Drive from Manchester to Pontypoolcar 151.7 mi
3h 27m
£37–54
Train via Birmingham
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Birmingham New Streettrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Newport (S Wales)train Nottingham - Cardiff Central / ...
4h 55m
£34–142

Manchester to Pontypool by train, foot, and bus

116Weekly Services

3h 29mAverage Duration

£37Cheapest Price

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Distance: 156.2 mi
Duration: 3h 29m

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

Transport for Wales operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cwmbran hourly. Tickets cost £35–100 and the journey takes 2h 43m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Park Road via Birmingham Coach Station, Kingsway K14, and Market Square 16 in around 6h 21m.

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