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

The cheapest way to get from Pontypool to Bridgend is to bus via Queensway Q1 which costs £7 - £17 and takes 1h 52m.

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 43 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 Queensway Q1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 52m.

How far is it from Pontypool to Bridgend?

The distance between Pontypool and Bridgend is 43 miles. The road distance is 37.7 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 via Queensway Q1 which takes 1h 52m and costs £7 - £17.

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

It takes approximately 1h 52m 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 bus via Queensway Q1 which takes 1h 52m and costs £7 - £17. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £15 - £22 and takes 2h 22m.

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 43 min to drive from Pontypool to Bridgend.

Where can I stay near Bridgend?

There are 570+ 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 via Queensway Q1
best
1. Take the bus from Park Road to Market Square 15AX24
2. Take the bus from Queensway Q1 to Sarn OdeonUk910 / ...
1h 52m
£8–16
Train
1. Take the train from Cwmbran to BridgendManchester Piccadilly - Port Talbot Parkway / ...
2h 22m
£15–22
Drive 37.5 mi
1. Drive from Pontypool to Bridgend37.5 mi
43 min
£10–14
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Pontypool to Bridgend37.5 mi
43 min
£75–95
Bus
1. Take the bus from Town Hall 2 to Market Square 15AX24 / ...
2. Take the bus from Kingsway K14 to Sarn Odeon201 / ...
2h 30m
£9–17

Pontypool to Bridgend by bus

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1h 52mAverage Duration

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Distance: 42.8 mi
Duration: 1h 52m

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

You can take a bus from Park Road to Sarn Odeon via Market Square 15A and Queensway Q1 in around 1h 52m. Alternatively, Transport for Wales operates a train from Cwmbran to Bridgend every 3 hours. Tickets cost £15–22 and the journey takes 1h 11m.

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