What is the cheapest way to get from Pontypool to Aberavon Beach?

The cheapest way to get from Pontypool to Aberavon Beach is to drive which costs £12 - £18 and takes 1h.

What is the fastest way to get from Pontypool to Aberavon Beach?

The fastest way to get from Pontypool to Aberavon Beach is to drive which takes 1h and costs £12 - £18.

Is there a direct bus between Pontypool and Aberavon Beach?

No, there is no direct bus from Pontypool to Aberavon Beach. However, there are services departing from Park Road and arriving at Briar Road via Kingsway K14 and Port Talbot Bus Station 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 31m.

Is there a direct train between Pontypool and Aberavon Beach?

No, there is no direct train from Pontypool to Aberavon Beach. However, there are services departing from Pontypool & New Inn and arriving at Port Talbot Parkway via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 44m.

How far is it from Pontypool to Aberavon Beach?

The distance between Pontypool and Aberavon Beach is 59 miles. The road distance is 50.5 miles.

How do I travel from Pontypool to Aberavon Beach without a car?

The best way to get from Pontypool to Aberavon Beach without a car is to train which takes 2h 44m and costs £22 - £45.

How long does it take to get from Pontypool to Aberavon Beach?

It takes approximately 2h 44m to get from Pontypool to Aberavon Beach, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pontypool to Aberavon Beach bus from?

Pontypool to Aberavon Beach bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, depart from Park Road station.

Where do I catch the Pontypool to Aberavon Beach train from?

Pontypool to Aberavon Beach train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Pontypool & New Inn station.

Train or bus from Pontypool to Aberavon Beach?

The best way to get from Pontypool to Aberavon Beach is to train which takes 2h 44m and costs £22 - £45. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £13 - £22 and takes 3h 31m.

Where does the Pontypool to Aberavon Beach bus arrive?

Pontypool to Aberavon Beach bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, arrive at Market Square 15A station.

Where does the Pontypool to Aberavon Beach train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Pontypool to Aberavon Beach?

Yes, the driving distance between Pontypool to Aberavon Beach is 50 miles. It takes approximately 1h to drive from Pontypool to Aberavon Beach.

Where can I stay near Aberavon Beach?

There are 1157+ hotels available in Aberavon Beach.

Pontypool to Aberavon Beach - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Pontypool to Aberavon Beach by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Pontypool & New Inn to Cardiff Centraltrain Holyhead - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Port Talbot Parkwaytrain Cardiff Central - Swansea / ...
2h 44m
£22–43
Drive 50.2 mi
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1. Drive from Pontypool to Aberavon Beachcar 50.2 mi
1h
£13–18
Bus
1. Take the bus from Park Road to Market Square 15Abus X24
2. Take the bus from Kingsway K14 to Port Talbot Bus Station 9bus 201 / ...
3h 31m
£14–21
Train, line 87 bus
1. Take the train from Cwmbran to Port Talbot Parkwaytrain Manchester Piccadilly - Milford Haven / ...
2. Take the bus from Port Talbot Parkway 6 to Western Avenue Schoolbus 84 / ...
2h 56m
£23–38

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Distance: 58.8 mi
Duration: 2h 44m

What companies run services between Pontypool, Wales and Aberavon Beach, Wales?

You can take a bus from Town Hall 2 to Aberavon Beach via Pontypool and New Inn station, Pontypool & New Inn, Cardiff Central, Port Talbot Parkway, Port Talbot Parkway 6, and Romney Road in around 2h 44m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Park Road to Aberavon Beach via Market Square 15A, Kingsway K14, Port Talbot Bus Station 2, and Briar Road in around 3h 31m.

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