What is the cheapest way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Pontypool?

The cheapest way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Pontypool is to drive which costs £5 - £8 and takes 32 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Pontypool?

The fastest way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Pontypool is to drive which takes 32 min and costs £5 - £8.

Is there a direct bus between Merthyr Tydfil and Pontypool?

No, there is no direct bus from Merthyr Tydfil to Pontypool. However, there are services departing from Trevithick Memorial and arriving at Town Hall 4 via Ebbw Vale Bus Station Stand 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 15m.

How far is it from Merthyr Tydfil to Pontypool?

The distance between Merthyr Tydfil and Pontypool is 25 miles. The road distance is 22.9 miles.

How do I travel from Merthyr Tydfil to Pontypool without a car?

The best way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Pontypool without a car is to line 76 bus and bus which takes 2h 15m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Pontypool?

It takes approximately 2h 15m to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Pontypool, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Merthyr Tydfil to Pontypool bus from?

Merthyr Tydfil to Pontypool bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, depart from Trevithick Memorial station.

Where does the Merthyr Tydfil to Pontypool bus arrive?

Merthyr Tydfil to Pontypool bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, arrive at Ebbw Vale Bus Station Stand 3.

Can I drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Pontypool?

Yes, the driving distance between Merthyr Tydfil to Pontypool is 23 miles. It takes approximately 32 min to drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Pontypool.

Where can I stay near Pontypool?

There are 768+ hotels available in Pontypool.

Merthyr Tydfil to Pontypool - 5 ways to travel via train, line 76 bus, and bus

There are 5 ways to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Pontypool by bus, train, car, or taxi

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

Line 76 bus, bus
best
1. Take the bus from Trevithick Memorial to Ebbw Vale Bus Station Stand 376
2. Take the bus from Ebbw Vale Bus Station Stand 2 to Town Hall 4X2
2h 15m
Drive 22.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Pontypool22.8 mi
32 min
£6–8
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff CentralMerthyr Tydfil - Aberdare / ...
2. Take the bus from Market Square 16 to Town Hall 4X24 / ...
2h 26m
£15–24
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Merthyr Tydfil to Pontypool22.8 mi
32 min
£45–60
Train, line 30 bus, bus
1. Take the train from Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff Queen Street
2. Take the bus from Lower Churchill Way HG to Friars Walk 1530
3. Take the bus from Market Square 16 to Town Hall 4X24 / ...
3h 34m
£12–18

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Pontypool.

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Distance: 24.5 mi
Duration: 2h 15m

What companies run services between Merthyr Tydfil, Wales and Pontypool, Wales?

You can take a bus from Trevithick Memorial to Town Hall 4 via Ebbw Vale Bus Station Stand 2 in around 2h 15m.

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