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

The cheapest way to get from Newtown to Pontypool is to drive which costs £17 - £26 and takes 1h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from Newtown to Pontypool is to drive which takes 1h 51m and costs £17 - £26.

Is there a direct bus between Newtown and Pontypool?

No, there is no direct bus from Newtown station to Pontypool. However, there are services departing from Newtown Bus Station Stand 2 and arriving at Town Hall 5 via Brecon Interchange 4 and Abergavenny Bus Station Stand 3. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 58m.

Is there a direct train between Newtown and Pontypool?

No, there is no direct train from Newtown to Pontypool. However, there are services departing from Newtown (Powys) and arriving at Cwmbran via Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 29m.

How far is it from Newtown to Pontypool?

The distance between Newtown and Pontypool is 127 miles. The road distance is 73.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Newtown to Pontypool without a car is to train which takes 3h 29m and costs £45 - £85.

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

It takes approximately 3h 29m to get from Newtown to Pontypool, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Newtown to Pontypool bus from?

Newtown to Pontypool bus services, operated by Celtic Travel, depart from Newtown Bus Station Stand 2.

Where do I catch the Newtown to Pontypool train from?

Newtown to Pontypool train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Newtown (Powys) station.

Train or bus from Newtown to Pontypool?

The best way to get from Newtown to Pontypool is to train which takes 3h 29m and costs £45 - £85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 3h 58m.

Where does the Newtown to Pontypool bus arrive?

Newtown to Pontypool bus services, operated by Celtic Travel, arrive at Brecon Interchange 1 station.

Where does the Newtown to Pontypool train arrive?

Newtown to Pontypool train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Shrewsbury station.

Can I drive from Newtown to Pontypool?

Yes, the driving distance between Newtown to Pontypool is 74 miles. It takes approximately 1h 51m to drive from Newtown to Pontypool.

Where can I stay near Pontypool?

There are 838+ hotels available in Pontypool.

Newtown to Pontypool - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Newtown to Pontypool by train, bus, or car

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best
1. Take the train from Newtown (Powys) to Shrewsburytrain Aberystwyth - Birmingham International / ...
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Cwmbrantrain Manchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
3h 29m
£49–82
Drive 73.4 mi
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1. Drive from Newtown to Pontypoolcar 73.4 mi
1h 51m
£18–26
Bus
1. Take the bus from Newtown Bus Station Stand 2 to Brecon Interchange 1bus T4
2. Take the bus from Brecon Interchange 4 to Abergavenny Bus Station Stand 4bus X43 / ...
3h 58m

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Distance: 125.8 mi
Duration: 3h 29m

What companies run services between Newtown, Powys, Wales and Pontypool, Wales?

You can take a train from Newtown (Powys) to Town Hall 4 via Shrewsbury, Cwmbran, and Cwmbran Rail Station in around 3h 29m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Newtown Bus Station Stand 2 to Town Hall 5 via Brecon Interchange 4 and Abergavenny Bus Station Stand 3 in around 3h 58m.

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