What is the cheapest way to get from Birmingham to Pontardawe?

The cheapest way to get from Birmingham to Pontardawe is to bus which costs £17 - £26 and takes 5h 35m.

What is the fastest way to get from Birmingham to Pontardawe?

The fastest way to get from Birmingham to Pontardawe is to drive which takes 2h 37m and costs £28 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Birmingham and Pontardawe?

No, there is no direct bus from Birmingham to Pontardawe. However, there are services departing from Birmingham - Jennens Road and arriving at Pontardawe Jubilee via Swansea Bus Station Stand K. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Birmingham and Pontardawe?

No, there is no direct train from Birmingham to Pontardawe. However, there are services departing from Birmingham New Street and arriving at Neath via Bristol Parkway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 31m.

How far is it from Birmingham to Pontardawe?

The distance between Birmingham and Pontardawe is 163 miles. The road distance is 113.1 miles.

How do I travel from Birmingham to Pontardawe without a car?

The best way to get from Birmingham to Pontardawe without a car is to train which takes 4h 31m and costs £65 - £120.

How long does it take to get from Birmingham to Pontardawe?

It takes approximately 4h 31m to get from Birmingham to Pontardawe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Birmingham to Pontardawe bus from?

Birmingham to Pontardawe bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Birmingham - Jennens Road station.

Where do I catch the Birmingham to Pontardawe train from?

Birmingham to Pontardawe train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Birmingham New Street station.

Train or bus from Birmingham to Pontardawe?

The best way to get from Birmingham to Pontardawe is to train which takes 4h 31m and costs £65 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £17 - £26 and takes 5h 35m.

Where does the Birmingham to Pontardawe bus arrive?

Birmingham to Pontardawe bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Swansea City Bus Station.

Where does the Birmingham to Pontardawe train arrive?

Birmingham to Pontardawe train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Bristol Parkway station.

Can I drive from Birmingham to Pontardawe?

Yes, the driving distance between Birmingham to Pontardawe is 113 miles. It takes approximately 2h 37m to drive from Birmingham to Pontardawe.

Where can I stay near Pontardawe?

There are 1072+ hotels available in Pontardawe.

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There are 5 ways to get from Birmingham to Pontardawe by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Bristol Parkwaytrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bristol Temple Meads / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Neathtrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
4h 31m
£69–112
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Birmingham - Jennens Road to Swansea City Bus Stationbus Uk084
5h 35m
£17–26
Drive 112.5 mi
1. Drive from Birmingham to Pontardawecar 112.5 mi
2h 37m
£29–41
Train via Hereford
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Herefordtrain Birmingham New Street - Hereford
2. Take the train from Hereford to Neathtrain Manchester Piccadilly - Milford Haven / ...
5h 36m
£49–95
Bus via Neath Bus Station Stand 8
1. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bay Campusbus 111
6h 55m
£33–51

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Distance: 162.4 mi
Duration: 4h 31m

What companies run services between Birmingham, England and Pontardawe, Wales?

You can take a train from Birmingham New Street to Pontardawe Jubilee via Bristol Parkway, Neath, and Neath Bus Station Stand 8 in around 4h 31m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Birmingham - Jennens Road to Swansea City Bus Station twice daily. Tickets cost £17–26 and the journey takes 4h 10m.

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