What is the cheapest way to get from Pontardawe to Birmingham?

The cheapest way to get from Pontardawe to Birmingham is to bus which costs £17 - £26 and takes 5h 30m.

What is the fastest way to get from Pontardawe to Birmingham?

The fastest way to get from Pontardawe to Birmingham is to drive which takes 2h 38m and costs £27 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Pontardawe and Birmingham?

No, there is no direct bus from Pontardawe to Birmingham. However, there are services departing from Pontardawe Jubilee and arriving at Birmingham - Jennens Road via Swansea City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Pontardawe and Birmingham?

No, there is no direct train from Pontardawe to Birmingham. However, there are services departing from Neath and arriving at Birmingham New Street via Bristol Parkway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 5m.

How far is it from Pontardawe to Birmingham?

The distance between Pontardawe and Birmingham is 163 miles. The road distance is 113.3 miles.

How do I travel from Pontardawe to Birmingham without a car?

The best way to get from Pontardawe to Birmingham without a car is to train which takes 4h 5m and costs £65 - £120.

How long does it take to get from Pontardawe to Birmingham?

It takes approximately 4h 5m to get from Pontardawe to Birmingham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pontardawe to Birmingham bus from?

Pontardawe to Birmingham bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Swansea City Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Pontardawe to Birmingham train from?

Pontardawe to Birmingham train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Neath station.

Train or bus from Pontardawe to Birmingham?

The best way to get from Pontardawe to Birmingham is to train which takes 4h 5m and costs £65 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £17 - £26 and takes 5h 30m.

Where does the Pontardawe to Birmingham bus arrive?

Pontardawe to Birmingham bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Birmingham - Jennens Road station.

Where does the Pontardawe to Birmingham train arrive?

Pontardawe to Birmingham train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Bristol Parkway station.

Can I drive from Pontardawe to Birmingham?

Yes, the driving distance between Pontardawe to Birmingham is 113 miles. It takes approximately 2h 38m to drive from Pontardawe to Birmingham.

Where can I stay near Birmingham?

There are 3353+ hotels available in Birmingham.

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There are 5 ways to get from Pontardawe to Birmingham by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Neath to Bristol Parkwaytrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Birmingham New Streettrain Bristol Temple Meads - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
4h 5m
£67–113
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Swansea City Bus Station to Birmingham - Jennens Roadbus Uk084
5h 30m
£17–26
Drive 112.6 mi
1. Drive from Pontardawe to Birminghamcar 112.6 mi
2h 38m
£28–41
Train via Newport
1. Take the train from Neath to Newport (S Wales)train Swansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Birmingham New Streettrain Cardiff Central - Nottingham / ...
4h 22m
£59–108
Train via Hereford
1. Take the train from Neath to Herefordtrain Milford Haven - Shrewsbury / ...
2. Take the train from Hereford to Birmingham New Streettrain Hereford - Birmingham New Street
5h 30m
£49–98

Pontardawe to Birmingham by bus, foot, and train

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Distance: 161.9 mi
Duration: 4h 5m

What companies run services between Pontardawe, Wales and Birmingham, England?

You can take a bus from Pontardawe Jubilee to Birmingham New Street via Neath Port Talbot College, Neath, and Bristol Parkway in around 4h 5m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Swansea City Bus Station to Birmingham - Jennens Road once daily. Tickets cost £17–26 and the journey takes 4h 10m.

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