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

The cheapest way to get from Pontypool to Bridgend is to drive which costs £8 - £13 and takes 44 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Pontypool to Bridgend is to drive which takes 44 min and costs £8 - £13.

Is there a direct bus between Pontypool and Bridgend?

No, there is no direct bus from Pontypool to Bridgend. However, there are services departing from Park Road and arriving at Sarn Odeon via Kingsway K14. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 33m.

How far is it from Pontypool to Bridgend?

The distance between Pontypool and Bridgend is 42 miles. The road distance is 37.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Pontypool to Bridgend without a car is to bus and train which takes 1h 48m and costs £16 - £26.

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

It takes approximately 1h 48m to get from Pontypool to Bridgend, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pontypool to Bridgend bus from?

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

Train or bus from Pontypool to Bridgend?

The best way to get from Pontypool to Bridgend is to train which takes 2h 22m and costs £21 - £22. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £8 - £17 and takes 2h 33m.

Where does the Pontypool to Bridgend bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Pontypool to Bridgend?

Yes, the driving distance between Pontypool to Bridgend is 38 miles. It takes approximately 44 min to drive from Pontypool to Bridgend.

Where can I stay near Bridgend?

There are 555+ hotels available in Bridgend.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Pontypool to Bridgend 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.

Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Town Hall 2 to Market Square 15Abus X24 / ...
2. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Bridgendtrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
1h 48m
£17–25
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Park Road to Market Square 15Abus X24
2. Take the bus from Kingsway K14 to Sarn Odeonbus 201 / ...
2h 33m
£9–16
Train
1. Take the train from Cwmbran to Bridgendtrain Manchester Piccadilly - Port Talbot Parkway / ...
2h 22m
£21–22
Drive 37.4 mi
1. Drive from Pontypool to Bridgendcar 37.4 mi
44 min
£9–13
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Pontypool to Bridgendtaxi 37.4 mi
44 min
£75–95

Pontypool to Bridgend by bus, foot, and train

246Weekly Services

1h 48mAverage Duration

£17Cheapest Price

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Distance: 41.7 mi
Duration: 1h 48m

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

Transport for Wales operates a train from Cwmbran to Bridgend every 3 hours. Tickets cost £21–22 and the journey takes 1h 11m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Park Road to Sarn Odeon via Market Square 15A and Kingsway K14 in around 2h 33m.

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