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

The cheapest way to get from Cambridge to Pontypool is to bus via Newport Train Station which costs £27 - £45 and takes 6h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cambridge to Pontypool is to drive which takes 3h 32m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Cambridge and Pontypool?

No, there is no direct bus from Cambridge to Pontypool. However, there are services departing from Parkside and arriving at Park Road via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Market Square 16. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 1m.

Is there a direct train between Cambridge and Pontypool?

No, there is no direct train from Cambridge to Pontypool. However, there are services departing from Cambridge and arriving at Cwmbran via King's Cross St. Pancras station, London Paddington and Newport (S Wales). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 31m.

How far is it from Cambridge to Pontypool?

The distance between Cambridge and Pontypool is 205 miles. The road distance is 163.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cambridge to Pontypool without a car is to train which takes 4h 31m and costs £90 - £200.

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

It takes approximately 4h 31m to get from Cambridge to Pontypool, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cambridge to Pontypool bus from?

Cambridge to Pontypool bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Parkside station.

Where do I catch the Cambridge to Pontypool train from?

Cambridge to Pontypool train services, operated by Great Northern, depart from Cambridge station.

Train or bus from Cambridge to Pontypool?

The best way to get from Cambridge to Pontypool is to train which takes 4h 31m and costs £90 - £200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £100 and takes 6h 1m.

Where does the Cambridge to Pontypool bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cambridge to Pontypool train arrive?

Cambridge to Pontypool train services, operated by Great Northern, arrive at King's Cross station.

Can I drive from Cambridge to Pontypool?

Yes, the driving distance between Cambridge to Pontypool is 164 miles. It takes approximately 3h 32m to drive from Cambridge to Pontypool.

Where can I stay near Pontypool?

There are 836+ hotels available in Pontypool.

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There are 7 ways to get from Cambridge to Pontypool by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cambridge to King's Crosstrain Kings Lynn - London Kings Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Newport (S Wales)train London Paddington - Swansea / ...
4h 31m
£91–198
Bus via Newport Train Station
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cambridge Parkside - Stop 18 to London Heathrow Airportbus Uk950 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Newport Train Stationbus Uk940 / ...
6h 44m
£27–44
Bus
1. Take the bus from Parkside to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 727 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Kingsway K14bus 201 / ...
6h 1m
£43–98
Drive 163 mi
1. Drive from Cambridge to Pontypoolcar 163 mi
3h 32m
£40–58
Fly from London Stansted Airport, bus
1. Fly from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane STN - BRS
2. Take the bus from Public Transport Interchange to Kingsway K14bus
7h 15m
£67–193
Train via Birmingham
1. Take the train from Cambridge to Birmingham New Streettrain Stansted Airport - Birmingham New Street / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Newport (S Wales)train Nottingham - Cardiff Central / ...
6h 2m
£129–185
Bus to Luton Airport, fly, bus
1. Take the bus from Parkside to Airport Bus Stationbus
2. Fly from Luton Airport (LTN) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane LTN - BRS
3. Take the bus from Public Transport Interchange to Kingsway K14bus
7h 46m
£44–168

Cambridge to Pontypool by train, subway, and bus

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4h 31mAverage Duration

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Distance: 203.5 mi
Duration: 4h 31m

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

You can take a train from Cambridge to Town Hall 4 via London Kings Cross, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Paddington, London Paddington, Newport (S Wales), Cwmbran, and Cwmbran Rail Station in around 4h 31m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Parkside to Park Road via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Kingsway K14, and Market Square 16 in around 6h 1m.

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