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

The cheapest way to get from Pontypool to Porth is to drive which costs £5 - £8 and takes 35 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Pontypool to Porth is to drive which takes 35 min and costs £5 - £8.

Is there a direct bus between Pontypool and Porth?

No, there is no direct bus from Pontypool to Porth. However, there are services departing from Town Hall 2 and arriving at Pontypridd Road via Queensway Q1 and Greyfriars Road GF. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 30m.

How far is it from Pontypool to Porth?

The distance between Pontypool and Porth is 38 miles. The road distance is 22.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Pontypool to Porth without a car is to bus and train which takes 2h 11m and costs £16 - £23.

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

It takes approximately 2h 11m to get from Pontypool to Porth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pontypool to Porth bus from?

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

Where does the Pontypool to Porth bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Pontypool to Porth?

Yes, the driving distance between Pontypool to Porth is 23 miles. It takes approximately 35 min to drive from Pontypool to Porth.

Where can I stay near Porth?

There are 1573+ hotels available in Porth.

Pontypool to Porth - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 4 ways to get from Pontypool to Porth 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, train
best
1. Take the bus from Town Hall 2 to Trussel RoadX24 / ...
2. Take the train from Cwmbran to Cardiff Central
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Porth
2h 11m
£16–22
Drive 22.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Pontypool to Porth22.5 mi
35 min
£6–8
Bus
1. Take the bus from Town Hall 2 to Market Square 15AX24 / ...
2. Take the bus from Queensway Q1 to Kingsway GD
3. Take the bus from Greyfriars Road GF to Pontypridd Road132
3h 30m
£14–21
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Pontypool to Porth22.5 mi
35 min
£45–60

Pontypool to Porth by bus and train

138Weekly Services

2h 11mAverage Duration

£16Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Pontypool to Porth.

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Distance: 37.8 mi
Duration: 2h 11m

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

You can take a bus from Town Hall 2 to Pontypridd Road via Market Square 15A, Queensway Q1, Kingsway GD, and Greyfriars Road GF in around 3h 30m.

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