What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff Central Station to Pontypool?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff Central Station to Pontypool is to drive which costs £5 - £8 and takes 29 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff Central Station to Pontypool?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff Central Station to Pontypool is to drive which takes 29 min and costs £5 - £8.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff Central Station and Pontypool?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Greyfriars Road GH and arriving at Trosnant Street. Services depart hourly, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 1h 9m.

How far is it from Cardiff Central Station to Pontypool?

The distance between Cardiff Central Station and Pontypool is 22 miles. The road distance is 22.1 miles.

How do I travel from Cardiff Central Station to Pontypool without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff Central Station to Pontypool without a car is to bus via Market Square 16 which takes 1h 8m and costs £8 - £15.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff Central Station to Pontypool?

It takes approximately 1h 8m to get from Cardiff Central Station to Pontypool, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff Central Station to Pontypool bus from?

Cardiff Central Station to Pontypool bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, depart from Market Square 16 station.

Where does the Cardiff Central Station to Pontypool bus arrive?

Cardiff Central Station to Pontypool bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, arrive at Town Hall 4 station.

Can I drive from Cardiff Central Station to Pontypool?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff Central Station to Pontypool is 22 miles. It takes approximately 29 min to drive from Cardiff Central Station to Pontypool.

Where can I stay near Pontypool?

There are 830+ hotels available in Pontypool.

Cardiff Central Station to Pontypool - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Cardiff Central Station to Pontypool by bus, train, car, or taxi

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Bus via Market Square 16
best
1. Take the bus from Market Square 16 to Town Hall 4bus X24 / ...
1h 8m
£8–15
Drive 22 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cardiff Central Station to Pontypoolcar 22 mi
29 min
£6–8
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Cwmbrantrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the bus from Cwmbran Rail Station to Town Hall 4bus 30
1h 11m
£11–18
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Cardiff Central Station to Pontypooltaxi 22 mi
29 min
£45–60
Bus
1. Take the bus from Greyfriars Road GH to Trosnant Streetbus X3
1h 22m
£6–9
Bus #2
1. Take the bus from Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 14 to Friars Walk 15bus 30
2. Take the bus from Market Square 16 to Town Hall 4bus X24 / ...
1h 49m
£6–8

Cardiff Central Station to Pontypool by train, foot, and bus

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Distance: 21.9 mi
Duration: 1h 8m

What companies run services between Cardiff Central Station, Wales and Pontypool, Wales?

Stagecoach South Wales operates a bus from Market Square 16 to Town Hall 4 every 10 minutes. Tickets cost £4–6 and the journey takes 44 min.

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