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

The cheapest way to get from Pontypool to Aberystwyth is to drive which costs £20 - £30 and takes 2h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Pontypool to Aberystwyth is to drive which takes 2h 13m and costs £20 - £30.

How far is it from Pontypool to Aberystwyth?

The distance between Pontypool and Aberystwyth is 173 miles. The road distance is 86 miles.

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

The best way to get from Pontypool to Aberystwyth without a car is to train which takes 5h 1m and costs £60 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 5h 1m to get from Pontypool to Aberystwyth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pontypool to Aberystwyth bus from?

Pontypool to Aberystwyth bus services, operated by Celtic Travel, depart from Brecon Interchange 2 station.

Train or bus from Pontypool to Aberystwyth?

The best way to get from Pontypool to Aberystwyth is to train which takes 5h 1m and costs £60 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus via Newtown, which costs and takes 6h 22m.

Where does the Pontypool to Aberystwyth bus arrive?

Pontypool to Aberystwyth bus services, operated by Celtic Travel, arrive at Newtown Bus Station Stand 2.

Can I drive from Pontypool to Aberystwyth?

Yes, the driving distance between Pontypool to Aberystwyth is 86 miles. It takes approximately 2h 13m to drive from Pontypool to Aberystwyth.

Where can I stay near Aberystwyth?

There are 505+ hotels available in Aberystwyth.

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

Q: Is there a direct bus between Pontypool and Aberystwyth?

No, there is no direct bus from Pontypool to Aberystwyth station. However, there are services departing from Town Hall 3 and arriving at Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 via Abergavenny Bus Station Stand 4, Brecon Interchange 2 and Newtown Bus Station Stand 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 22m.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cwmbran to Shrewsburytrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Aberystwythtrain Birmingham International - Aberystwyth / ...
5h 1m
£63–111
Drive 85.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Pontypool to Aberystwythcar 85.5 mi
2h 13m
£21–30
Bus via Newtown
1. Take the bus from Brecon Interchange 2 to Newtown Bus Station Stand 2bus T4
2. Take the bus from Newtown Bus Station Stand 2 to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2bus 409
6h 22m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Town Hall 2 to Greyfriars Road GHbus X3
2. Take the bus from Tresillian Way to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7bus T1c
6h 39m

Pontypool to Aberystwyth by bus and train

88Weekly Services

5h 1mAverage Duration

£63Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Pontypool to Aberystwyth.

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Distance: 172.1 mi
Duration: 5h 1m

What companies run services between Pontypool, Wales and Aberystwyth, Wales?

You can take a bus from Town Hall 4 to Aberystwyth via Trussel Road, Cwmbran, and Shrewsbury in around 5h 1m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Town Hall 3 to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 via Abergavenny Bus Station Stand 4, Brecon Interchange 2, and Newtown Bus Station Stand 2 in around 6h 22m.

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