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

The cheapest way to get from Pontypool to Cathays is to drive which costs £5 - £8 and takes 28 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Pontypool to Cathays is to drive which takes 28 min and costs £5 - £8.

Is there a direct bus between Pontypool and Cathays?

No, there is no direct bus from Pontypool to Cathays. However, there are services departing from Town Hall 2 and arriving at North Road Clinic via Greyfriars Road GF. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 20m.

How far is it from Pontypool to Cathays?

The distance between Pontypool and Cathays is 25 miles. The road distance is 21.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Pontypool to Cathays without a car is to bus and train and line 27 bus which takes 1h 15m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 1h 15m to get from Pontypool to Cathays, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pontypool to Cathays bus from?

Pontypool to Cathays bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, depart from Town Hall 2 station.

Where does the Pontypool to Cathays bus arrive?

Pontypool to Cathays bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, arrive at Greyfriars Road GH station.

Can I drive from Pontypool to Cathays?

Yes, the driving distance between Pontypool to Cathays is 22 miles. It takes approximately 28 min to drive from Pontypool to Cathays.

Where can I stay near Cathays?

There are 1515+ hotels available in Cathays.

Pontypool to Cathays - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, line 27 bus, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Pontypool to Cathays 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, line 27 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Town Hall 4 to Trussel RoadX2 / ...
2. Take the train from Cwmbran to Cardiff Central
3. Take the bus from Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 5 to North Road Clinic24 / ...
1h 15m
Drive 21.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Pontypool to Cathays21.7 mi
28 min
£6–8
Bus
1. Take the bus from Town Hall 2 to Greyfriars Road GHX3
1h 20m
£8–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Pontypool to Cathays21.7 mi
28 min
£45–60
Bus via Friars Walk 14
1. Take the bus from Park Road to Market Square 15AX24
2. Take the bus from Friars Walk 14 to St Josephs ConventX30
1h 44m
Bus, line 27 bus
1. Take the bus from Town Hall 2 to Greyfriars Road GHX3
2. Take the bus from Kingsway GR to St Josephs Convent25 / ...
2h 11m
£9–11

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 25.1 mi
Duration: 1h 15m

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

Stagecoach South Wales operates a bus from Town Hall 2 to Greyfriars Road GH hourly. Tickets cost £6–10 and the journey takes 1h 11m.

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