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How to get fromPontypool to Manchesterby train, bus, car or plane

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

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  1. Train

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    1. Take the train from Cwmbran to Manchester PiccadillytrainCardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
    3h 54m
    £37–103
  2. Bus

    cheapest
    1. Take the bus from Queensway Q1 to Bus StationbusUk940 / ...
    2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Shudehill InterchangebusUk071
    6h 5m
    £17–43
  3. Drive 151.2 mi

    1. Drive from Pontypool to Manchestercar151.2 mi
    3h 26m
    £38–55
  4. Bus, fly

    1. Take the bus from Queensway Q1 to Airport Bus Stationbus
    2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Manchester Airport (MAN)planeBRS - MAN
    6h 38m
    £72–163

Pontypool to Manchester by bus and train

Calendar112Weekly Services
Duration3h 54mAverage Duration
Ticket£37Cheapest Price
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Questions & Answers

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 52m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Park Road to Shudehill Interchange via Market Square 15A, Queensway Q1, and Bus Station in around 6h 5m.

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