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

The cheapest way to get from Pontypool to Scotland is to bus which costs £29 - £50 and takes 11h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Pontypool to Scotland is to bus and fly which takes 4h 49m and costs £35 - £120.

Is there a direct bus between Pontypool and Scotland?

No, there is no direct bus from Pontypool to Scotland station. However, there are services departing from Park Road and arriving at Buchanan Bus Station via Queensway Q1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 11m.

How far is it from Pontypool to Scotland?

The distance between Pontypool and Scotland is 367 miles. The road distance is 351.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Pontypool to Scotland without a car is to train which takes 7h 7m and costs £50 - £220.

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

It takes approximately 7h 7m to get from Pontypool to Scotland, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pontypool to Scotland bus from?

Pontypool to Scotland bus services, operated by Megabus UK, depart from Queensway Q1 station.

Train or bus from Pontypool to Scotland?

The best way to get from Pontypool to Scotland is to train which takes 7h 7m and costs £50 - £220. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £29 - £50 and takes 11h 11m.

Where does the Pontypool to Scotland bus arrive?

Pontypool to Scotland bus services, operated by Megabus UK, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Can I drive from Pontypool to Scotland?

Yes, the driving distance between Pontypool to Scotland is 352 miles. It takes approximately 6h 30m to drive from Pontypool to Scotland.

Where can I stay near Scotland?

There are 174+ hotels available in Scotland.

Pontypool to Scotland - 10 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 10 ways to get from Pontypool to Scotland by train, bus, car, or plane

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

Train
best
1. Take the train from Cwmbran to CreweCardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Glasgow CentralRugby - Glasgow Central / ...
7h 7m
£51–213
Bus via Birmingham
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Queensway Q1 to Newhall StUk077
2. Take the bus from Newhall St to Buchanan Bus StationUk030 / ...
12h 54m
£28–65
Bus
1. Take the bus from Queensway Q1 to Buchanan Bus StationM19
11h 11m
£30–45
Drive 349.6 mi
1. Drive from Pontypool to Glasgow349.6 mi
6h 30m
£88–127
Bus to Bristol Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the bus from Kingsway K14 to Public Transport Interchange
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)BRS - EDI
5h 6m
£51–128
Bus, bus to Bristol Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport
1. Take the bus from Park Road to Market Square 15A
2. Take the bus from Kingsway K14 to Public Transport Interchange
3. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)BRS - GLA
4h 49m
£39–113
Bus to Bristol Airport, fly to Aberdeen Airport
1. Take the bus from Kingsway K14 to Public Transport Interchange
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Aberdeen Airport (ABZ)BRS - ABZ
5h 20m
£100–232
Bus, train, train to Cardiff Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the bus from Town Hall 2 to Trussel Road
2. Take the train from Cwmbran to Cardiff Central
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Barry
4. Fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)CWL - EDI
5h 36m
£87–211
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Birmingham New Street
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)BHX - EDI
6h 25m
£73–250
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport
1. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Birmingham New Street
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)BHX - GLA
6h 9m
£60–245

Pontypool to Scotland by bus and train

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7h 7mAverage Duration

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Distance: 364.8 mi
Duration: 7h 7m

What companies run services between Pontypool, Wales and Scotland?

You can take a bus from Town Hall 4 to Glasgow Central via Trussel Road, Cwmbran, and Crewe in around 7h 7m. Alternatively, Megabus UK operates a bus from Queensway Q1 to Buchanan Bus Station 6 times a week. Tickets cost £26–40 and the journey takes 9h 30m.

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