What is the cheapest way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Pontypool?

The cheapest way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Pontypool is to drive which costs £5 - £8 and takes 33 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Pontypool?

The fastest way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Pontypool is to drive which takes 33 min and costs £5 - £8.

Is there a direct bus between Merthyr Tydfil and Pontypool?

No, there is no direct bus from Merthyr Tydfil to Pontypool. However, there are services departing from Trevithick Memorial and arriving at Town Hall 4 via Ebbw Vale Learning Zone Stand 1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 52m.

Is there a direct train between Merthyr Tydfil and Pontypool?

No, there is no direct train from Merthyr Tydfil to Pontypool. However, there are services departing from Merthyr Tydfil and arriving at Cwmbran via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 38m.

How far is it from Merthyr Tydfil to Pontypool?

The distance between Merthyr Tydfil and Pontypool is 25 miles. The road distance is 22.9 miles.

How do I travel from Merthyr Tydfil to Pontypool without a car?

The best way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Pontypool without a car is to line 76 bus and bus which takes 1h 52m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Pontypool?

It takes approximately 1h 52m to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Pontypool, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Merthyr Tydfil to Pontypool bus from?

Merthyr Tydfil to Pontypool bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, depart from Trevithick Memorial station.

Where do I catch the Merthyr Tydfil to Pontypool train from?

Merthyr Tydfil to Pontypool train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Merthyr Tydfil station.

Train or bus from Merthyr Tydfil to Pontypool?

The best way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Pontypool is to line 76 bus and bus which takes 1h 52m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £16 - £30 and takes 2h 38m.

Where does the Merthyr Tydfil to Pontypool bus arrive?

Merthyr Tydfil to Pontypool bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, arrive at Ebbw Vale Learning Zone Stand 3 station.

Where does the Merthyr Tydfil to Pontypool train arrive?

Merthyr Tydfil to Pontypool train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Cardiff Central station.

Can I drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Pontypool?

Yes, the driving distance between Merthyr Tydfil to Pontypool is 23 miles. It takes approximately 33 min to drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Pontypool.

Where can I stay near Pontypool?

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Merthyr Tydfil to Pontypool - 4 ways to travel via train, line 76 bus, and bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Pontypool by bus, train, car, or taxi

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Line 76 bus, bus
best
1. Take the bus from Trevithick Memorial to Ebbw Vale Learning Zone Stand 3bus 76
2. Take the bus from Ebbw Vale Learning Zone Stand 1 to Town Hall 4bus X2
1h 52m
Drive 22.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Pontypoolcar 22.8 mi
33 min
£6–8
Train
1. Take the train from Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff Centraltrain Merthyr Tydfil - Aberdare / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Cwmbrantrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2h 38m
£17–29
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Merthyr Tydfil to Pontypooltaxi 22.8 mi
33 min
£45–60

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Distance: 24.5 mi
Duration: 1h 52m

What companies run services between Merthyr Tydfil, Wales and Pontypool, Wales?

You can take a bus from Trevithick Memorial to Town Hall 4 via Ebbw Vale Learning Zone Stand 1 in around 1h 52m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Merthyr Tydfil to Town Hall 4 via Cardiff Central, Cwmbran, and Cwmbran Rail Station in around 2h 38m.

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