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

The cheapest way to get from Pontypool to Manchester is to bus which costs £25 - £60 and takes 6h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Pontypool to Manchester is to drive which takes 3h 27m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Pontypool and Manchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Pontypool to Manchester station. However, there are services departing from Park Road and arriving at Manchester Central Coach Station via Kingsway K14 and Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 37m.

How far is it from Pontypool to Manchester?

The distance between Pontypool and Manchester is 155 miles. The road distance is 151.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Pontypool to Manchester without a car is to train which takes 3h 49m and costs £35 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 3h 49m to get from Pontypool to Manchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pontypool to Manchester bus from?

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

Train or bus from Pontypool to Manchester?

The best way to get from Pontypool to Manchester is to train which takes 3h 49m and costs £35 - £100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £25 - £60 and takes 6h 37m.

Where does the Pontypool to Manchester bus arrive?

Pontypool to Manchester bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Can I drive from Pontypool to Manchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Pontypool to Manchester is 152 miles. It takes approximately 3h 27m to drive from Pontypool to Manchester.

Where can I stay near Manchester?

There are 3503+ hotels available in Manchester.

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

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

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

Train
best
1. Take the train from Cwmbran to Manchester Piccadillytrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
3h 49m
£35–100
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kingsway K14 to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 111 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 120 / ...
6h 37m
£26–58
Drive 151.1 mi
1. Drive from Pontypool to Manchestercar 151.1 mi
3h 27m
£36–52
Bus, fly
1. Take the bus from Kingsway K14 to Public Transport Interchangebus
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane BRS - MAN
6h 32m
£56–161

Pontypool to Manchester by bus and train

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3h 49mAverage Duration

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Distance: 154.2 mi
Duration: 3h 49m

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

Transport for Wales operates a train from Cwmbran to Manchester Piccadilly hourly. Tickets cost £35–100 and the journey takes 2h 53m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Park Road to Manchester Central Coach Station via Market Square 15A, Kingsway K14, and Birmingham Coach Station in around 6h 37m.

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