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

The cheapest way to get from Pontypool to Swansea is to bus which costs £9 - £17 and takes 3h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Pontypool to Swansea is to drive which takes 1h 3m and costs £12 - £19.

Is there a direct bus between Pontypool and Swansea?

No, there is no direct bus from Pontypool to Swansea station. However, there are services departing from Town Hall 2 and arriving at Swansea City Bus Station via Cardiff North Road. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 11m.

How far is it from Pontypool to Swansea?

The distance between Pontypool and Swansea is 69 miles. The road distance is 52.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Pontypool to Swansea without a car is to train which takes 2h 29m and costs £25 - £35.

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

It takes approximately 2h 29m to get from Pontypool to Swansea, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pontypool to Swansea bus from?

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

Train or bus from Pontypool to Swansea?

The best way to get from Pontypool to Swansea is to train which takes 2h 29m and costs £25 - £35. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £9 - £17 and takes 3h 11m.

Where does the Pontypool to Swansea bus arrive?

Pontypool to Swansea bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, arrive at Greyfriars Road GH station.

Can I drive from Pontypool to Swansea?

Yes, the driving distance between Pontypool to Swansea is 52 miles. It takes approximately 1h 3m to drive from Pontypool to Swansea.

Where can I stay near Swansea?

There are 1256+ hotels available in Swansea.

Pontypool to Swansea - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 23 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cwmbran to Swanseatrain Manchester Piccadilly - Milford Haven / ...
2h 29m
£25–35
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Town Hall 2 to Greyfriars Road GHbus X3
2. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to Swansea City Bus Stationbus Uk940 / ...
3h 11m
£10–16
Drive 52.1 mi
1. Drive from Pontypool to Swanseacar 52.1 mi
1h 3m
£13–19
Line 23 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Town Hall 3 to Market Square 15Abus 23 / ...
2. Take the bus from Kingsway K14 to Swansea Bus Station Stand Bbus 201 / ...
3h 28m
£22–31

Pontypool to Swansea by bus

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Distance: 68.2 mi
Duration: 2h 29m

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

Transport for Wales operates a train from Cwmbran to Swansea every 3 hours. Tickets cost £25–35 and the journey takes 1h 18m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Town Hall 2 to Swansea City Bus Station via Greyfriars Road GH and Cardiff North Road in around 3h 11m.

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