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 £18 - £30 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 £27 - £40.

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 - Great Charles Street Queensway 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 Newport (S Wales). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 3m.

How far is it from Birmingham to Pontardawe?

The distance between Birmingham and Pontardawe is 154 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 3m and costs £70 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 4h 3m 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 - Great Charles Street Queensway 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 3m and costs £70 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £18 - £30 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 Newport (S Wales) 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 1112+ 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 Newport (S Wales)train Nottingham - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Neathtrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
4h 3m
£75–121
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway to Swansea City Bus Stationbus Uk084
5h 35m
£18–30
Drive 112.5 mi
1. Drive from Birmingham to Pontardawecar 112.5 mi
2h 37m
£28–40
Train via Bristol
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 7m
£79–127
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 14m
£56–114

Birmingham to Pontardawe by train and bus

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Distance: 153.2 mi
Duration: 4h 3m

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

You can take a train from Birmingham New Street to Pontardawe Jubilee via Newport (S Wales), Neath, and Neath Bus Station Stand 8 in around 4h 3m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway to Swansea City Bus Station once daily. Tickets cost £18–30 and the journey takes 4h 10m.

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