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How to get fromReading to Pontypoolby train, bus or car

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There are 3 ways to get from Reading to Pontypool by train, bus, or car

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  1. Train, bus

    best
    1. Take the train from Reading to Newport (S Wales)trainLondon Paddington - Swansea / ...
    2. Take the bus from Market Square 16 to Town Hall 4busX24 / ...
    2h 9m
    £44–167
  2. Drive 104.2 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Reading to Pontypoolcar104.2 mi
    1h 48m
    £26–37
  3. Train, line 23 bus

    1. Take the train from Reading to Newport (S Wales)trainLondon Paddington - Swansea / ...
    2. Take the bus from Station Road to Town Hall 5bus23
    3h 2m
    £56–182

Reading to Pontypool by train, foot, and bus

Calendar196Weekly Services
Duration2h 9mAverage Duration
Ticket£44Cheapest Price
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Questions & Answers

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

There is no direct connection from Reading to Pontypool. However, you can take the train to Newport (S Wales), walk to Market Square 16, then take the bus to Town Hall 4. Alternatively, you can drive from Reading to Pontypool in around 1h 48m.

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