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

The cheapest way to get from Pontypool to Sands is to drive which costs £30 - £45 and takes 2h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Pontypool to Sands is to drive which takes 2h 39m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Pontypool and Sands?

No, there is no direct bus from Pontypool to Sands. However, there are services departing from Town Hall 2 and arriving at Sands via Queensway Q1, Bus Station, Bus Station and St James' Place Gardens. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 18m.

How far is it from Pontypool to Sands?

The distance between Pontypool and Sands is 164 miles. The road distance is 122.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Pontypool to Sands without a car is to train via Bristol which takes 5h 24m and costs £60 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 5h 24m to get from Pontypool to Sands, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pontypool to Sands bus from?

Pontypool to Sands bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Queensway Q1 station.

Train or bus from Pontypool to Sands?

The best way to get from Pontypool to Sands is to train via Bristol which takes 5h 24m and costs £60 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £55 and takes 7h 18m.

Where does the Pontypool to Sands bus arrive?

Pontypool to Sands bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bus Station.

Can I drive from Pontypool to Sands?

Yes, the driving distance between Pontypool to Sands is 123 miles. It takes approximately 2h 39m to drive from Pontypool to Sands.

Where can I stay near Sands?

There are 1929+ hotels available in Sands.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Pontypool to Sands by train, bus, or car

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

Train via Bristol
best
1. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Exeter St Davids
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstaple
5h 24m
£61–126
Drive 121.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Pontypool to Sands121.8 mi
2h 39m
£31–44
Bus
1. Take the bus from Queensway Q1 to Bus StationUk940 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Station502
7h 18m
£33–53
Train
1. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Exeter St DavidsCardiff Central - Exeter St Davids / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to BarnstapleExeter Central - Barnstaple / ...
7h 31m
£54–78

Pontypool to Sands by bus

14Weekly Buses

7h 18mAverage Duration

£33Cheapest Price

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Distance: 162.7 mi
Duration: 5h 24m

What companies run services between Pontypool, Wales and Sands, Devon, England?

You can take a bus from Town Hall 4 to Sands via Trussel Road, Cwmbran, Newport (S Wales), Bristol Temple Meads, Exeter St Davids, and Barnstaple in around 5h 24m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Town Hall 2 to Sands via Market Square 15A, Queensway Q1, Bus Station, Bus Station, and St James' Place Gardens in around 7h 18m.

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