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

The cheapest way to get from Bedford to Pontypool is to bus via Airport Bus Station which costs £29 - £45 and takes 8h 5m.

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 to Pontypool. However, there are services departing from St Paul's Square and arriving at Park Road via Luton Station Interchange, 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 28m.

How far is it from Bedford to Pontypool?

The distance between Bedford and Pontypool is 200 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 28m and costs £85 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 4h 28m 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 Stagecoach East, depart from St Paul's Square 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 28m and costs £85 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £55 and takes 6h 9m.

Where does the Bedford to Pontypool bus arrive?

Bedford to Pontypool bus services, operated by Stagecoach East, arrive at Luton Station Interchange.

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 815+ hotels available in Pontypool.

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

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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 28m
£88–152
Bus via Airport Bus Station
cheapest
1. Take the bus from St Paul's Square to Airport Bus Stationbus Mk1
2. Take the bus from Airport Bus Station to Heathrow Terminal 5bus 230 / ...
3. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 to Newport Train Stationbus
8h 5m
£29–44
Bus
1. Take the bus from St Paul's Square to Luton Station Interchangebus Mk1
2. Take the bus from Luton Station Interchange to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 230 / ...
3. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Kingsway K14bus 201 / ...
6h 9m
£32–54
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 13m
£66–125

Bedford to Pontypool by train, foot, and bus

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4h 28mAverage Duration

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Distance: 198.8 mi
Duration: 4h 28m

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

You can take a train from Bedford to Park Road via Farringdon, Farringdon Without, London Paddington, Newport (S Wales), Cwmbran, and Cwmbran Bus Station Stand E in around 4h 28m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from St Paul's Square to Park Road via Luton Station Interchange, Heathrow Central Bus Station, Kingsway K14, and Market Square 16 in around 6h 9m.

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