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

The cheapest way to get from Canterbury to Pontypool is to bus via Newport Train Station which costs £30 - £65 and takes 7h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Canterbury to Pontypool is to drive which takes 3h 27m and costs £50 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Canterbury and Pontypool?

No, there is no direct bus from Canterbury station to Pontypool. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Park Road via London Victoria and Market Square 16. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 56m.

Is there a direct train between Canterbury and Pontypool?

No, there is no direct train from Canterbury to Pontypool. However, there are services departing from Canterbury West and arriving at Cwmbran via King's Cross St. Pancras station, London Paddington and Newport (S Wales). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 35m.

How far is it from Canterbury to Pontypool?

The distance between Canterbury and Pontypool is 219 miles. The road distance is 207.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Canterbury to Pontypool without a car is to train via Cwmbran which takes 4h 35m and costs £100 - £210.

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

It takes approximately 4h 35m to get from Canterbury to Pontypool, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Canterbury to Pontypool bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Canterbury to Pontypool train from?

Canterbury to Pontypool train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Canterbury West station.

Train or bus from Canterbury to Pontypool?

The best way to get from Canterbury to Pontypool is to train via Cwmbran which takes 4h 35m and costs £100 - £210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £110 and takes 6h 56m.

Where does the Canterbury to Pontypool bus arrive?

Canterbury to Pontypool bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals.

Where does the Canterbury to Pontypool train arrive?

Canterbury to Pontypool train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from Canterbury to Pontypool?

Yes, the driving distance between Canterbury to Pontypool is 208 miles. It takes approximately 3h 27m to drive from Canterbury to Pontypool.

Where can I stay near Pontypool?

There are 838+ hotels available in Pontypool.

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Train via Cwmbran
best
1. Take the train from Canterbury West to London St Pancras Intltrain Margate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Newport (S Wales)train London Paddington - Swansea / ...
4h 35m
£101–206
Bus via Newport Train Station
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 007 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Newport Train Stationbus Uk042 / ...
7h 3m
£32–63
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 007 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Kingsway K14bus 509
6h 56m
£43–102
Drive 206.5 mi
1. Drive from Canterbury to Pontypoolcar 206.5 mi
3h 27m
£51–73
Train
1. Take the train from Canterbury West to London Charing Crosstrain Ramsgate - London Charing Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Newport (S Wales)train London Paddington - Swansea / ...
5h 2m
£103–208

Canterbury to Pontypool by train, subway, and bus

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Distance: 218 mi
Duration: 4h 35m

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

You can take a train from Canterbury West to Town Hall 4 via London St Pancras International, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Paddington, London Paddington, Newport (S Wales), Cwmbran, and Cwmbran Rail Station in around 4h 35m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Park Road via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, London Victoria, Kingsway K14, and Market Square 16 in around 6h 56m.

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