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

The cheapest way to get from Pontypool to Llanelli is to bus and line 111 bus via Newport Train Station which costs £11 - £18 and takes 5h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Pontypool to Llanelli is to drive which takes 1h 13m and costs £15 - £23.

Is there a direct bus between Pontypool and Llanelli?

No, there is no direct bus from Pontypool to Llanelli station. However, there are services departing from Town Hall 2 and arriving at Llanelli Bus Station Stand 5 via Newport Train Station and Swansea Bus Station Stand P. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 10m.

How far is it from Pontypool to Llanelli?

The distance between Pontypool and Llanelli is 79 miles. The road distance is 62.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Pontypool to Llanelli without a car is to train which takes 3h and costs £30 - £55.

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

It takes approximately 3h to get from Pontypool to Llanelli, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pontypool to Llanelli bus from?

Pontypool to Llanelli bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Newport Train Station.

Train or bus from Pontypool to Llanelli?

The best way to get from Pontypool to Llanelli is to train which takes 3h and costs £30 - £55. Alternatively, you can bus and line 111 bus via Newport Train Station, which costs £11 - £18 and takes 5h 10m.

Where does the Pontypool to Llanelli bus arrive?

Pontypool to Llanelli bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Swansea City Bus Station.

Can I drive from Pontypool to Llanelli?

Yes, the driving distance between Pontypool to Llanelli is 63 miles. It takes approximately 1h 13m to drive from Pontypool to Llanelli.

Where can I stay near Llanelli?

There are 1256+ hotels available in Llanelli.

Pontypool to Llanelli - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 111 bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cwmbran to Llanellitrain Manchester Piccadilly - Milford Haven / ...
3h
£32–53
Bus, line 111 bus via Newport Train Station
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Newport Train Station to Swansea City Bus Stationbus Uk940 / ...
2. Take the bus from Swansea Bus Station Stand P to Llanelli Bus Station Stand 5bus 111
5h 10m
£12–17
Drive 62.3 mi
1. Drive from Pontypool to Llanellicar 62.3 mi
1h 13m
£16–23
Bus, line 111 bus
1. Take the bus from Kingsway K14 to Swansea Bus Station Stand Bbus 201 / ...
2. Take the bus from Swansea Bus Station Stand P to Llanelli Bus Station Stand 5bus 111
5h 16m
£17–34

Pontypool to Llanelli by bus and train

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Distance: 79 mi
Duration: 3h

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

Transport for Wales operates a train from Cwmbran to Llanelli every 4 hours. Tickets cost £29–50 and the journey takes 1h 42m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Town Hall 2 to Llanelli Bus Station Stand 5 via Market Square 15A, Newport Train Station, and Swansea Bus Station Stand P in around 5h 10m.

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