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 Town Hall 2. Services depart hourly, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 1h 19m.

How far is it from Cardiff Central Station to Pontypool?

The distance between Cardiff Central Station and Pontypool is 23 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 train and bus via Cwmbran Bus Station Stand E which takes 56 min and costs £8 - £18.

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

It takes approximately 56 min 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 Greyfriars Road GH 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 2 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 816+ hotels available in Pontypool.

Cardiff Central Station to Pontypool - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Cardiff Central Station to Pontypool by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train, bus via Cwmbran Bus Station Stand E
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Cwmbrantrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the bus from Cwmbran Bus Station Stand E to Park Roadbus X24 / ...
56 min
£8–18
Bus
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1. Take the bus from Greyfriars Road GH to Town Hall 2bus X3
1h 32m
£6–10
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Pontypool & New Inntrain Cardiff Central - Llandudno Junction / ...
2. Take the bus from Pontypool and New Inn station to Town Hall 2bus X3
1h 23m
£9–14
Drive 22 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff Central Station to Pontypoolcar 22 mi
29 min
£6–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Cardiff Central Station to Pontypooltaxi 22 mi
29 min
£45–60

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

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Distance: 23.4 mi
Duration: 56 min

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

Stagecoach South Wales operates a bus from Greyfriars Road GH to Town Hall 2 hourly. Tickets cost £6–10 and the journey takes 1h 19m.

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