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

The cheapest way to get from Bristol to Pontypool is to bus via Newport Train Station which costs £7 - £12 and takes 1h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bristol to Pontypool is to drive which takes 42 min and costs £9 - £14.

Is there a direct bus between Bristol and Pontypool?

No, there is no direct bus from Bristol station to Pontypool. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Town Hall 4 via Market Square 16. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 28m.

How far is it from Bristol to Pontypool?

The distance between Bristol and Pontypool is 41 miles. The road distance is 37.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bristol to Pontypool without a car is to bus which takes 1h 28m and costs £9 - £20.

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

It takes approximately 1h 28m to get from Bristol to Pontypool, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bristol to Pontypool bus from?

Bristol to Pontypool bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Where does the Bristol to Pontypool bus arrive?

Bristol to Pontypool bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Kingsway K14 station.

Can I drive from Bristol to Pontypool?

Yes, the driving distance between Bristol to Pontypool is 38 miles. It takes approximately 42 min to drive from Bristol to Pontypool.

Where can I stay near Pontypool?

There are 836+ hotels available in Pontypool.

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

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Kingsway K14bus 202 / ...
2. Take the bus from Market Square 16 to Town Hall 4bus X24 / ...
1h 28m
£10–20
Bus via Newport Train Station
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Newport Train Stationbus Uk940 / ...
2. Take the bus from Market Square 16 to Town Hall 4bus X24 / ...
1h 38m
£7–12
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Newport (S Wales)train Portsmouth Harbour - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the bus from Cwmbran Rail Station to Town Hall 4bus 30
1h 51m
Drive 37.4 mi
1. Drive from Bristol to Pontypoolcar 37.4 mi
42 min
£10–14
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Bristol to Pontypooltaxi 37.4 mi
42 min
£100–130

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Distance: 40.6 mi
Duration: 1h 28m

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

You can take a bus from Bus Station to Town Hall 4 via Kingsway K14 and Market Square 16 in around 1h 28m.

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