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

The cheapest way to get from Bedford to Pontypool is to bus and line 725 bus which costs £24 - £45 and takes 8h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bedford to Pontypool is to drive which takes 2h 58m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Bedford and Pontypool?

No, there is no direct bus from Bedford station to Pontypool. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Park Road via Milton Keynes Coachway, Heathrow Central Bus Station and Market Square 16. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 9m.

Is there a direct train between Bedford and Pontypool?

No, there is no direct train from Bedford to Pontypool. However, there are services departing from Bedford and arriving at Cwmbran via Farringdon Without, London Paddington and Newport (S Wales). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 51m.

How far is it from Bedford to Pontypool?

The distance between Bedford and Pontypool is 201 miles. The road distance is 134.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bedford to Pontypool without a car is to train which takes 4h 51m and costs £90 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 4h 51m to get from Bedford to Pontypool, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bedford to Pontypool bus from?

Bedford to Pontypool bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Milton Keynes Coachway station.

Where do I catch the Bedford to Pontypool train from?

Bedford to Pontypool train services, operated by Thameslink, depart from Bedford station.

Train or bus from Bedford to Pontypool?

The best way to get from Bedford to Pontypool is to train which takes 4h 51m and costs £90 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £100 and takes 6h 9m.

Where does the Bedford to Pontypool bus arrive?

Bedford to Pontypool bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Bedford to Pontypool train arrive?

Bedford to Pontypool train services, operated by Thameslink, arrive at Farringdon station.

Can I drive from Bedford to Pontypool?

Yes, the driving distance between Bedford to Pontypool is 134 miles. It takes approximately 2h 58m to drive from Bedford to Pontypool.

Where can I stay near Pontypool?

There are 824+ hotels available in Pontypool.

Bedford to Pontypool - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 725 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bedford to Farringdontrain Bedford - Brighton / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Newport (S Wales)train London Paddington - Swansea / ...
4h 51m
£90–178
Bus, line 725 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from St Paul's Square to Airport Bus Stationbus Mk1
2. Take the bus from Black Boy PH to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 725 / ...
3. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Newport Train Stationbus
8h 8m
£24–43
Bus
1. Take the bus from Milton Keynes Coachway to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 230 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Kingsway K14bus 201 / ...
6h 9m
£42–98
Drive 133.7 mi
1. Drive from Bedford to Pontypoolcar 133.7 mi
2h 58m
£33–48
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from St Paul's Square to Central stationbus C1 / ...
2. Take the train from Milton Keynes Central to Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Newport (S Wales)train
6h 12m
£79–140

Bedford to Pontypool by train and bus

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4h 51mAverage Duration

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Distance: 199.5 mi
Duration: 4h 51m

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

You can take a train from Bedford to Town Hall 4 via Farringdon, Farringdon Without, London Paddington, Newport (S Wales), Cwmbran, and Cwmbran Rail Station in around 4h 51m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Park Road via Milton Keynes Coachway, Heathrow Central Bus Station, Kingsway K14, and Market Square 16 in around 6h 9m.

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