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 via Queensway Q1 which costs £6 - £19 and takes 2h 29m.

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 53 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 Park Road and arriving at Port Talbot Bus Station Stand 8 via Queensway Q1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 29m.

How far is it from Pontypool to Port Talbot?

The distance between Pontypool and Port Talbot is 56 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 Queensway Q1 which takes 2h 29m and costs £6 - £19.

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

It takes approximately 2h 29m 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 Park Road station.

Train or bus from Pontypool to Port Talbot?

The best way to get from Pontypool to Port Talbot is to bus via Queensway Q1 which takes 2h 29m and costs £6 - £19. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £18 - £28 and takes 2h 38m.

Where does the Pontypool to Port Talbot bus arrive?

Pontypool to Port Talbot bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, arrive at Market Square 15A station.

Can I drive from Pontypool to Port Talbot?

Yes, the driving distance between Pontypool to Port Talbot is 50 miles. It takes approximately 53 min to drive from Pontypool to Port Talbot.

Where can I stay near Port Talbot?

There are 1069+ 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

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Bus via Queensway Q1
best
1. Take the bus from Park Road to Market Square 15Abus X24
2. Take the bus from Queensway Q1 to Port Talbot Bus Station Stand 8bus Uk940
2h 29m
£7–18
Train
1. Take the train from Cwmbran to Port Talbot Parkwaytrain Manchester Piccadilly - Port Talbot Parkway / ...
2h 38m
£19–28
Drive 49.8 mi
1. Drive from Pontypool to Port Talbotcar 49.8 mi
53 min
£13–18
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Pontypool to Port Talbottaxi 49.8 mi
53 min
£100–130
Bus
1. Take the bus from Town Hall 2 to Market Square 15Abus X24 / ...
2. Take the bus from Kingsway K14 to Port Talbot Bus Station Stand 9bus 201 / ...
2h 52m
£9–14

Pontypool to Port Talbot by bus

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2h 29mAverage Duration

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Distance: 56 mi
Duration: 2h 29m

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

You can take a bus from Park Road to Port Talbot Bus Station Stand 8 via Market Square 15A and Queensway Q1 in around 2h 29m. Alternatively, Transport for Wales operates a train from Cwmbran to Port Talbot Parkway every 2 hours. Tickets cost £17–26 and the journey takes 1h 27m.

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