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

The cheapest way to get from Pontypool to Neath is to bus which costs £9 - £16 and takes 3h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Pontypool to Neath is to drive which takes 53 min and costs £11 - £16.

Is there a direct bus between Pontypool and Neath?

No, there is no direct bus from Pontypool to Neath. However, there are services departing from Town Hall 2 and arriving at Alfred Street via Cardiff North Road and Bay Campus. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 30m.

How far is it from Pontypool to Neath?

The distance between Pontypool and Neath is 61 miles. The road distance is 45.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Pontypool to Neath without a car is to train which takes 2h 16m and costs £22 - £35.

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

It takes approximately 2h 16m to get from Pontypool to Neath, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pontypool to Neath bus from?

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

Train or bus from Pontypool to Neath?

The best way to get from Pontypool to Neath is to train which takes 2h 16m and costs £22 - £35. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £9 - £16 and takes 3h 30m.

Where does the Pontypool to Neath bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Pontypool to Neath?

Yes, the driving distance between Pontypool to Neath is 45 miles. It takes approximately 53 min to drive from Pontypool to Neath.

Where can I stay near Neath?

There are 1149+ hotels available in Neath.

Pontypool to Neath - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Pontypool to Neath by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cwmbran to Neathtrain Manchester Piccadilly - Milford Haven / ...
2h 16m
£22–35
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Town Hall 2 to Greyfriars Road GHbus X3
2. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to Swansea Universitybus Uk940 / ...
3h 30m
£10–15
Drive 44.8 mi
1. Drive from Pontypool to Neathcar 44.8 mi
53 min
£11–16
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Pontypool to Neathtaxi 44.8 mi
53 min
£90–120
Line 23 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Town Hall 3 to Market Square 15Abus 23 / ...
2. Take the bus from Kingsway K14 to Port Talbot Bus Station Stand 9bus 201 / ...
3. Take the bus from Port Talbot Bus Station Stand 4 to Neath Bus Station Stand 10bus 87 / ...
4h 16m

Pontypool to Neath by bus and train

66Weekly Services

2h 16mAverage Duration

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Distance: 60.5 mi
Duration: 2h 16m

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

Transport for Wales operates a train from Cwmbran to Neath every 3 hours. Tickets cost £22–35 and the journey takes 1h 5m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Town Hall 2 to Alfred Street via Greyfriars Road GH, Cardiff North Road, and Bay Campus in around 3h 30m.

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