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

The cheapest way to get from Pontypool to Port Talbot is to drive which costs £12 - £18 and takes 53 min.

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 Town Hall 2 and arriving at Port Talbot Bus Station Stand 9 via Kingsway K14. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 54m.

Is there a direct train between Pontypool and Port Talbot?

No, there is no direct train from Pontypool to Port Talbot. However, there are services departing from Cwmbran and arriving at Port Talbot Parkway via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 9m.

How far is it from Pontypool to Port Talbot?

The distance between Pontypool and Port Talbot is 54 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 and train which takes 2h and costs £20 - £50.

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

It takes approximately 2h 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.

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

Pontypool to Port Talbot train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Cwmbran station.

Train or bus from Pontypool to Port Talbot?

The best way to get from Pontypool to Port Talbot is to bus which takes 2h 54m and costs £12 - £28. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £20 - £35 and takes 2h 9m.

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.

Where does the Pontypool to Port Talbot train arrive?

Pontypool to Port Talbot train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Port Talbot Parkway 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 1164+ hotels available in Port Talbot.

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

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

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Park Road to Market Square 15Abus X24
2. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Port Talbot Parkwaytrain Bristol Temple Meads - Haverfordwest / ...
2h
£21–45
Drive 49.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Pontypool to Port Talbotcar 49.8 mi
53 min
£12–18
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 54m
£13–27
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Pontypool to Port Talbottaxi 49.8 mi
53 min
£100–130
Train
1. Take the train from Cwmbran to Port Talbot Parkwaytrain Manchester Piccadilly - Milford Haven / ...
2h 9m
£20–35

Pontypool to Port Talbot by bus and train

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Distance: 54 mi
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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 9 via Market Square 15A and Kingsway K14 in around 2h 54m. Alternatively, Transport for Wales operates a train from Cwmbran to Port Talbot Parkway every 3 hours. Tickets cost £20–35 and the journey takes 58 min.

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