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

The cheapest way to get from Tonypandy to Pontypool is to drive which costs £6 - £9 and takes 40 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Tonypandy to Pontypool is to drive which takes 40 min and costs £6 - £9.

Is there a direct bus between Tonypandy and Pontypool?

No, there is no direct bus from Tonypandy to Pontypool. However, there are services departing from Steps and arriving at Town Hall 4 via Caerphilly Interchange Stand 6 and Market Square 16. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 6m.

How far is it from Tonypandy to Pontypool?

The distance between Tonypandy and Pontypool is 42 miles. The road distance is 24.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Tonypandy to Pontypool without a car is to train which takes 2h 18m and costs £16 - £23.

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

It takes approximately 2h 18m to get from Tonypandy to Pontypool, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tonypandy to Pontypool bus from?

Tonypandy to Pontypool bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, depart from Steps station.

Train or bus from Tonypandy to Pontypool?

The best way to get from Tonypandy to Pontypool is to train which takes 2h 18m and costs £16 - £23. Alternatively, you can line 120 bus and line 50 bus and bus, which costs £13 - £21 and takes 3h 6m.

Where does the Tonypandy to Pontypool bus arrive?

Tonypandy to Pontypool bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, arrive at Caerphilly Interchange Stand 7 station.

Can I drive from Tonypandy to Pontypool?

Yes, the driving distance between Tonypandy to Pontypool is 25 miles. It takes approximately 40 min to drive from Tonypandy to Pontypool.

Where can I stay near Pontypool?

There are 775+ hotels available in Pontypool.

Tonypandy to Pontypool - 5 ways to travel via train, and line 120 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Tonypandy to Pontypool by train, bus, car, or taxi

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 Tonypandy to Cardiff Centraltrain Treherbert - Cardiff Central
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Cwmbrantrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2h 18m
£17–23
Drive 24.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Tonypandy to Pontypoolcar 24.6 mi
40 min
£6–9
Line 120 bus, line 50 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Steps to Caerphilly Interchange Stand 7bus 120
2. Take the bus from Caerphilly Interchange Stand 6 to Market Square 15Abus 50 / ...
3. Take the bus from Market Square 16 to Town Hall 4bus X24 / ...
3h 6m
£14–21
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Tonypandy to Pontypooltaxi 24.6 mi
40 min
£50–65
Line 130 bus, line 7 bus, line 21 bus
1. Take the bus from Steps to Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 6bus 130
2. Take the bus from Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 6 to Blackwood Bus Station Stand 5bus 7
3. Take the bus from Blackwood Bus Station Stand 3 to Twympathbus 21
3h 16m

Tonypandy to Pontypool by train and bus

176Weekly Services

2h 18mAverage Duration

£17Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Tonypandy to Pontypool.

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Distance: 41.4 mi
Duration: 2h 18m

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

You can take a train from Tonypandy to Town Hall 4 via Cardiff Central, Cwmbran, and Cwmbran Rail Station in around 2h 18m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Steps to Town Hall 4 via Caerphilly Interchange Stand 6, Market Square 15A, and Market Square 16 in around 3h 6m.

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