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

The cheapest way to get from Pontypool to Bath is to drive which costs £11 - £17 and takes 1h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Pontypool to Bath is to drive which takes 1h 4m and costs £11 - £17.

Is there a direct bus between Pontypool and Bath?

No, there is no direct bus from Pontypool to Bath station. However, there are services departing from Park Road and arriving at Bus Station via Kingsway K14 and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 45m.

How far is it from Pontypool to Bath?

The distance between Pontypool and Bath is 49 miles. The road distance is 46.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Pontypool to Bath without a car is to train which takes 2h 18m and costs £28 - £45.

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

It takes approximately 2h 18m to get from Pontypool to Bath, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pontypool to Bath bus from?

Pontypool to Bath bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, depart from Park Road station.

Train or bus from Pontypool to Bath?

The best way to get from Pontypool to Bath is to train which takes 2h 18m and costs £28 - £45. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 2h 45m.

Where does the Pontypool to Bath bus arrive?

Pontypool to Bath bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, arrive at Market Square 15A station.

Can I drive from Pontypool to Bath?

Yes, the driving distance between Pontypool to Bath is 47 miles. It takes approximately 1h 4m to drive from Pontypool to Bath.

Where can I stay near Bath?

There are 2628+ hotels available in Bath.

Pontypool to Bath - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Pontypool to Bath by train, bus, 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.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Bath Spatrain Cardiff Central - Portsmouth Harbour / ...
2h 18m
£28–41
Drive 46.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Pontypool to Bathcar 46.3 mi
1h 4m
£12–17
Bus
1. Take the bus from Park Road to Market Square 15Abus X24
2. Take the bus from Kingsway K14 to Bus Stationbus 216 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus X39 / ...
2h 45m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Pontypool to Bathtaxi 46.3 mi
1h 4m
£95–120
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Town Hall 2 to Market Square 15Abus X24 / ...
2. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Bath Spatrain Cardiff Central - Portsmouth Harbour / ...
2h 18m
£28–40

Pontypool to Bath by bus and train

117Weekly Services

2h 18mAverage Duration

£28Cheapest Price

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Distance: 48.8 mi
Duration: 2h 18m

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Newport (S Wales) to Bath Spa hourly. Tickets cost £24–35 and the journey takes 48 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Park Road to Bus Station via Market Square 15A, Kingsway K14, and Bus Station in around 2h 45m.

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