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

The cheapest way to get from Pontypool to Cardigan is to drive which costs £25 - £40 and takes 2h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Pontypool to Cardigan is to drive which takes 2h 5m and costs £25 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Pontypool and Cardigan?

No, there is no direct bus from Pontypool to Cardigan. However, there are services departing from Park Road and arriving at St Clears Chemist via Kingsway K14. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Pontypool and Cardigan?

No, there is no direct train from Pontypool to Cardigan. However, there are services departing from Cwmbran and arriving at Clunderwen via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 27m.

How far is it from Pontypool to Cardigan?

The distance between Pontypool and Cardigan is 138 miles. The road distance is 103.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Pontypool to Cardigan without a car is to train which takes 4h 27m and costs £120 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 4h 27m to get from Pontypool to Cardigan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pontypool to Cardigan bus from?

Pontypool to Cardigan bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Kingsway K14 station.

Where do I catch the Pontypool to Cardigan train from?

Pontypool to Cardigan train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Cwmbran station.

Train or bus from Pontypool to Cardigan?

The best way to get from Pontypool to Cardigan is to train which takes 4h 27m and costs £120 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £110 - £160 and takes 5h 30m.

Where does the Pontypool to Cardigan bus arrive?

Pontypool to Cardigan bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at St Clears Chemist station.

Where does the Pontypool to Cardigan train arrive?

Pontypool to Cardigan train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Clunderwen station.

Can I drive from Pontypool to Cardigan?

Yes, the driving distance between Pontypool to Cardigan is 104 miles. It takes approximately 2h 5m to drive from Pontypool to Cardigan.

Where can I stay near Cardigan?

There are 873+ hotels available in Cardigan.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cwmbran to Clunderwentrain Crewe - Milford Haven / ...
4h 27m
£122–178
Drive 102.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Pontypool to Cardigancar 102.9 mi
2h 5m
£26–37
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kingsway K14 to St Clears Chemistbus 112
5h 30m
£118–160
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Cwmbran to Carmarthentrain Manchester Piccadilly - Milford Haven / ...
2. Take the bus from Carmarthen station to Ffostrasol Armsbus T1x
5h 42m
£95–141

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Distance: 137.5 mi
Duration: 4h 27m

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

Transport for Wales operates a train from Cwmbran to Clunderwen every 4 hours. Tickets cost £35–65 and the journey takes 2h 40m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Kingsway K14 to St Clears Chemist twice daily. Tickets cost £14–25 and the journey takes 3h 5m.

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