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

The cheapest way to get from Plymouth to Pontypool is to bus via Bristol Airport (BRS) which costs £20 - £35 and takes 5h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Plymouth to Pontypool is to drive which takes 2h 27m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Plymouth and Pontypool?

No, there is no direct bus from Plymouth station to Pontypool. However, there are services departing from Plymouth Coach Station and arriving at Town Hall 4 via Bus Station and Market Square 16. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 6m.

Is there a direct train between Plymouth and Pontypool?

No, there is no direct train from Plymouth to Pontypool. However, there are services departing from Plymouth and arriving at Cwmbran via Bristol Parkway and Newport (S Wales). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 16m.

How far is it from Plymouth to Pontypool?

The distance between Plymouth and Pontypool is 168 miles. The road distance is 145.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Plymouth to Pontypool without a car is to train which takes 4h 16m and costs £70 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 4h 16m to get from Plymouth to Pontypool, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Plymouth to Pontypool bus from?

Plymouth to Pontypool bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Plymouth Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Plymouth to Pontypool train from?

Plymouth to Pontypool train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Plymouth station.

Train or bus from Plymouth to Pontypool?

The best way to get from Plymouth to Pontypool is to train which takes 4h 16m and costs £70 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £21 - £45 and takes 5h 6m.

Where does the Plymouth to Pontypool bus arrive?

Plymouth to Pontypool bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bristol Bus Station.

Where does the Plymouth to Pontypool train arrive?

Plymouth to Pontypool train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Bristol Parkway station.

Can I drive from Plymouth to Pontypool?

Yes, the driving distance between Plymouth to Pontypool is 145 miles. It takes approximately 2h 27m to drive from Plymouth to Pontypool.

Where can I stay near Pontypool?

There are 821+ hotels available in Pontypool.

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There are 5 ways to get from Plymouth to Pontypool by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Plymouth to Bristol Parkwaytrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
4h 16m
£71–129
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Plymouth Coach Station to Bristol Bus Stationbus Ukn49 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Kingsway K14bus 202 / ...
5h 6m
£21–42
Drive 144.6 mi
1. Drive from Plymouth to Pontypoolcar 144.6 mi
2h 27m
£36–52
Train via Exeter
1. Take the train from Plymouth to Exeter St Davidstrain Penzance - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Newport (S Wales)train Exeter St Davids - Cardiff Central / ...
5h 2m
£66–125
Bus via Bristol Airport (BRS)
1. Take the bus from Plymouth Coach Station to Public Transport Interchangebus Fal
2. Take the bus from Public Transport Interchange to Kingsway K14bus 216
5h 13m
£21–34

Plymouth to Pontypool by train and bus

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Distance: 166.6 mi
Duration: 4h 16m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Plymouth to Bristol Parkway hourly. Tickets cost £55–90 and the journey takes 2h 13m. Great Western Railway (GWR) also services this route 5 times a week. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Plymouth Coach Station to Town Hall 4 via Bus Station, Kingsway K14, and Market Square 16 in around 5h 6m.

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