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

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Pontypool is to bus which costs £27 - £55 and takes 5h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Pontypool is to train which takes 3h 22m and costs £60 - £100.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Pontypool?

No, there is no direct bus from Manchester to Pontypool. However, there are services departing from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange and arriving at Park Road via Bus Station and Market Square 16. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 54m.

Is there a direct train between Manchester and Pontypool?

No, there is no direct train from Manchester to Pontypool. However, there are services departing from Manchester Piccadilly and arriving at Abergavenny via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 22m.

How far is it from Manchester to Pontypool?

The distance between Manchester and Pontypool is 149 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 22m and costs £60 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 3h 22m 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 FlixBus, depart from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Pontypool train from?

Manchester to Pontypool train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.

Train or bus from Manchester to Pontypool?

The best way to get from Manchester to Pontypool is to train which takes 3h 22m and costs £60 - £100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £27 - £55 and takes 5h 54m.

Where does the Manchester to Pontypool bus arrive?

Manchester to Pontypool bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bristol Bus Station.

Where does the Manchester to Pontypool train arrive?

Manchester to Pontypool train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Abergavenny station.

Can I drive from Manchester to Pontypool?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Pontypool is 153 miles. It takes approximately 3h 28m to drive from Manchester to Pontypool.

Where can I stay near Pontypool?

There are 841+ hotels available in Pontypool.

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Manchester to Pontypool by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Abergavennytrain Manchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
3h 22m
£60–99
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Bristol Bus Stationbus Uk071
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Kingsway K14bus 202 / ...
5h 54m
£28–51
Drive 151.7 mi
1. Drive from Manchester to Pontypoolcar 151.7 mi
3h 28m
£38–54
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 56m
£84–143

Manchester to Pontypool by train, foot, and bus

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Distance: 148.2 mi
Duration: 3h 22m

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

Transport for Wales operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Abergavenny hourly. Tickets cost £55–95 and the journey takes 2h 29m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Park Road via Bus Station, Kingsway K14, and Market Square 16 in around 5h 54m.

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