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

The cheapest way to get from Pontypool to Torquay is to drive which costs £30 - £45 and takes 2h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Pontypool to Torquay is to drive which takes 2h 4m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Pontypool and Torquay?

No, there is no direct bus from Pontypool to Torquay. However, there are services departing from Park Road and arriving at Tesco via Kingsway K14, Bus Station, Bampfylde Street and Rail Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 50m.

How far is it from Pontypool to Torquay?

The distance between Pontypool and Torquay is 138 miles. The road distance is 123.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Pontypool to Torquay without a car is to train which takes 4h 16m and costs £40 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 4h 16m to get from Pontypool to Torquay, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pontypool to Torquay bus from?

Pontypool to Torquay bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, depart from Park Road station.

Train or bus from Pontypool to Torquay?

The best way to get from Pontypool to Torquay is to train which takes 4h 16m and costs £40 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus and line 501 bus and line 12 bus, which costs £30 - £65 and takes 5h 50m.

Where does the Pontypool to Torquay bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Pontypool to Torquay?

Yes, the driving distance between Pontypool to Torquay is 123 miles. It takes approximately 2h 4m to drive from Pontypool to Torquay.

Where can I stay near Torquay?

There are 2353+ hotels available in Torquay.

Pontypool to Torquay - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 501 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Bristol Temple MeadsCardiff Central - Portsmouth Harbour / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Newton AbbotEdinburgh - Plymouth / ...
4h 16m
£43–103
Drive 122.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Pontypool to Torquay122.7 mi
2h 4m
£31–45
Bus, line 501 bus, line 12 bus
1. Take the bus from Park Road to Market Square 15AX24
2. Take the bus from Kingsway K14 to Bus Station216 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bampfylde Street
4. Take the bus from Bampfylde Street to Rail Station501 / ...
5. Take the bus from Rail Station to Tesco12
5h 50m
£34–61
Train via Taunton
1. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to TauntonCardiff Central - Exeter St Davids / ...
2. Take the train from Taunton to Newton AbbotEdinburgh - Plymouth / ...
5h 18m
£54–108

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Map of how to get from Pontypool to Torquay.

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Distance: 136.8 mi
Duration: 4h 16m

What companies run services between Pontypool, Wales and Torquay, England?

You can take a bus from Town Hall 2 to Asda via Trussel Road, Cwmbran, Newport (S Wales), Bristol Temple Meads, Newton Abbot, and Rail Station in around 4h 16m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Park Road to Tesco via Market Square 15A, Kingsway K14, Bus Station, Bampfylde Street, and Rail Station in around 5h 50m.

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