What is the cheapest way to get from Pontypool to Port Talbot?

The cheapest way to get from Pontypool to Port Talbot is to bus which costs £8 - £15 and takes 2h 52m.

What is the fastest way to get from Pontypool to Port Talbot?

The fastest way to get from Pontypool to Port Talbot is to drive which takes 52 min and costs £12 - £18.

Is there a direct bus between Pontypool and Port Talbot?

No, there is no direct bus from Pontypool to Port Talbot station. However, there are services departing from Town Hall 2 and arriving at Port Talbot Bus Station Stand 8 via Kingsway GD. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 15m.

How far is it from Pontypool to Port Talbot?

The distance between Pontypool and Port Talbot is 55 miles. The road distance is 50.1 miles.

How do I travel from Pontypool to Port Talbot without a car?

The best way to get from Pontypool to Port Talbot without a car is to bus via Kingsway GD which takes 2h 15m and costs £10 - £17.

How long does it take to get from Pontypool to Port Talbot?

It takes approximately 2h 15m to get from Pontypool to Port Talbot, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pontypool to Port Talbot bus from?

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

Train or bus from Pontypool to Port Talbot?

The best way to get from Pontypool to Port Talbot is to bus via Kingsway GD which takes 2h 15m and costs £10 - £17. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £20 - £28 and takes 2h 39m.

Where does the Pontypool to Port Talbot bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Pontypool to Port Talbot?

Yes, the driving distance between Pontypool to Port Talbot is 50 miles. It takes approximately 52 min to drive from Pontypool to Port Talbot.

Where can I stay near Port Talbot?

There are 1079+ hotels available in Port Talbot.

Pontypool to Port Talbot - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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

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

Bus via Kingsway GD
best
1. Take the bus from Town Hall 2 to Greyfriars Road GHX3
2. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to Port Talbot Bus Station Stand 8Uk940
2h 15m
£11–16
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Town Hall 2 to Market Square 15AX24 / ...
2. Take the bus from Kingsway K14 to Port Talbot Bus Station Stand 9201 / ...
2h 52m
£9–14
Train
1. Take the train from Cwmbran to Port Talbot ParkwayManchester Piccadilly - Port Talbot Parkway / ...
2h 39m
£20–28
Drive 49.8 mi
1. Drive from Pontypool to Port Talbot49.8 mi
52 min
£13–18
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Pontypool to Port Talbot49.8 mi
52 min
£100–130

Pontypool to Port Talbot by bus

154Weekly Buses

2h 15mAverage Duration

£11Cheapest Price

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Distance: 54.8 mi
Duration: 2h 15m

What companies run services between Pontypool, Wales and Port Talbot, Wales?

You can take a bus from Town Hall 2 to Port Talbot Bus Station Stand 8 via Greyfriars Road GH and Kingsway GD in around 2h 15m. Alternatively, Transport for Wales operates a train from Cwmbran to Port Talbot Parkway every 3 hours. Tickets cost £20–28 and the journey takes 1h 28m.

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