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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Pontypool is to drive which costs £25 - £40 and takes 1h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Pontypool is to drive which takes 1h 49m and costs £25 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Pontypool?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading to Pontypool. However, there are services departing from Reading RailAir and arriving at Park Road via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Market Square 16. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 24m.

How far is it from Reading to Pontypool?

The distance between Reading and Pontypool is 108 miles. The road distance is 104.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Pontypool without a car is to train and bus which takes 2h 4m and costs £30 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 2h 4m to get from Reading to Pontypool, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Pontypool bus from?

Reading to Pontypool bus services, operated by RailAir, depart from Reading RailAir station.

Where does the Reading to Pontypool bus arrive?

Reading to Pontypool bus services, operated by RailAir, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 2 station.

Can I drive from Reading to Pontypool?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Pontypool is 105 miles. It takes approximately 1h 49m to drive from Reading to Pontypool.

Where can I stay near Pontypool?

There are 786+ hotels available in Pontypool.

Reading to Pontypool - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Reading to Pontypool 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, bus
best
1. Take the train from Reading to Newport (S Wales)train London Paddington - Swansea / ...
2. Take the bus from Market Square 16 to Town Hall 4bus X24 / ...
2h 4m
£33–117
Drive 104.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Reading to Pontypoolcar 104.2 mi
1h 49m
£26–37
Bus
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra1
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Kingsway K14bus 201 / ...
4h 24m
£52–94

Reading to Pontypool by train, foot, and bus

192Weekly Services

2h 4mAverage Duration

£33Cheapest Price

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Distance: 107.4 mi
Duration: 2h 4m

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

You can take a bus from Reading RailAir to Park Road via Heathrow Terminal 2, Heathrow Central Bus Station, Kingsway K14, and Market Square 16 in around 4h 24m.

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