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 £9 - £14 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 £9 - £14.

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 25m.

How far is it from Pontypool to Bridgend?

The distance between Pontypool and Bridgend is 43 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 train which takes 1h 58m and costs £21 - £23.

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

It takes approximately 1h 58m 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 1h 58m and costs £21 - £23. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £9 - £17 and takes 2h 25m.

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 557+ 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 train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cwmbran to Bridgendtrain Manchester Piccadilly - Milford Haven / ...
1h 58m
£21–23
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 25m
£9–16
Drive 37.4 mi
1. Drive from Pontypool to Bridgendcar 37.4 mi
44 min
£10–14
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Pontypool to Bridgendtaxi 37.4 mi
44 min
£75–95
Line 21 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Twympath to Co-opbus 21
2. Take the train from Newbridge to Bridgendtrain Ebbw Vale Town - Maesteg
2h 35m
£20–27

Pontypool to Bridgend by bus

216Weekly Buses

2h 25mAverage Duration

£9Cheapest Price

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Distance: 42.9 mi
Duration: 1h 58m

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 £21–23 and the journey takes 47 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Park Road to Sarn Odeon via Market Square 15A and Kingsway K14 in around 2h 25m.

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