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

The cheapest way to get from Pontypool to Dorset is to drive which costs £23 - £35 and takes 2h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Pontypool to Dorset is to drive which takes 2h 16m and costs £23 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Pontypool and Dorset?

No, there is no direct bus from Pontypool to Dorset. However, there are services departing from Park Road and arriving at Dorchester Road Traffic Lights via Queensway Q1, Bus Station, Bus Station, Bus Station and South Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 16m.

How far is it from Pontypool to Dorset?

The distance between Pontypool and Dorset is 171 miles. The road distance is 97.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Pontypool to Dorset without a car is to train via Southampton which takes 6h 11m and costs £95 - £250.

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

It takes approximately 6h 11m to get from Pontypool to Dorset, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pontypool to Dorset bus from?

Pontypool to Dorset bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Queensway Q1 station.

Train or bus from Pontypool to Dorset?

The best way to get from Pontypool to Dorset is to train via Southampton which takes 6h 11m and costs £95 - £250. Alternatively, you can bus and line 376 bus, which costs and takes 8h 16m.

Where does the Pontypool to Dorset bus arrive?

Pontypool to Dorset bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bus Station.

Can I drive from Pontypool to Dorset?

Yes, the driving distance between Pontypool to Dorset is 98 miles. It takes approximately 2h 16m to drive from Pontypool to Dorset.

Where can I stay near Dorset?

There are 1425+ hotels available in Dorset.

Pontypool to Dorset - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 376 bus, and car

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train via Southampton
best
1. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Southampton CentralCardiff Central - Fareham / ...
2. Take the train from Southampton Central to Moreton (Dorset)London Waterloo - Weymouth / ...
6h 11m
£97–243
Drive 97.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Pontypool to Dorset97.2 mi
2h 16m
£24–35
Bus, line 376 bus
1. Take the bus from Queensway Q1 to Bus Station
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Station376 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Station376
4. Take the bus from Bus Station to South StationCr5
8h 16m
Train
1. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Bristol Temple MeadsCardiff Central - Fareham / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to WeymouthGloucester - Weymouth / ...
6h 56m
£40–100

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Pontypool to Dorset.

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Distance: 169.9 mi
Duration: 6h 11m

What companies run services between Pontypool, Wales and Dorset, England?

You can take a bus from Town Hall 2 to Dorset via Trussel Road, Cwmbran, Newport (S Wales), Southampton Central, and Moreton (Dorset) in around 6h 11m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Park Road to Dorchester Road Traffic Lights via Market Square 15A, Queensway Q1, Bus Station, Bus Station, Bus Station, and South Station in around 8h 16m.

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