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

The cheapest way to get from Pontypool to Aberystwyth is to drive which costs £20 - £30 and takes 2h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Pontypool to Aberystwyth is to drive which takes 2h 13m and costs £20 - £30.

Is there a direct bus between Pontypool and Aberystwyth?

No, there is no direct bus from Pontypool to Aberystwyth station. However, there are services departing from Town Hall 2 and arriving at Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 via Tresillian Way. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Pontypool and Aberystwyth?

No, there is no direct train from Pontypool to Aberystwyth. However, there are services departing from Pontypool & New Inn and arriving at Aberystwyth via Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 7m.

How far is it from Pontypool to Aberystwyth?

The distance between Pontypool and Aberystwyth is 168 miles. The road distance is 86 miles.

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

The best way to get from Pontypool to Aberystwyth without a car is to train which takes 5h 7m and costs £60 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 5h 7m to get from Pontypool to Aberystwyth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pontypool to Aberystwyth bus from?

Pontypool to Aberystwyth bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, depart from Town Hall 2 station.

Where do I catch the Pontypool to Aberystwyth train from?

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

Train or bus from Pontypool to Aberystwyth?

The best way to get from Pontypool to Aberystwyth is to train which takes 5h 7m and costs £60 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 6h 35m.

Where does the Pontypool to Aberystwyth bus arrive?

Pontypool to Aberystwyth bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, arrive at Greyfriars Road GH station.

Where does the Pontypool to Aberystwyth train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Pontypool to Aberystwyth?

Yes, the driving distance between Pontypool to Aberystwyth is 86 miles. It takes approximately 2h 13m to drive from Pontypool to Aberystwyth.

Where can I stay near Aberystwyth?

There are 837+ hotels available in Aberystwyth.

Pontypool to Aberystwyth - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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best
1. Take the train from Pontypool & New Inn to Shrewsburytrain Cardiff Central - Holyhead / ...
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Aberystwythtrain Birmingham International - Aberystwyth / ...
5h 7m
£62–118
Drive 85.5 mi
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1. Drive from Pontypool to Aberystwythcar 85.5 mi
2h 13m
£21–30
Bus
1. Take the bus from Town Hall 2 to Greyfriars Road GHbus X3
2. Take the bus from Tresillian Way to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7bus T1c
6h 35m
Train via Cwmbran
1. Take the train from Cwmbran to Shrewsburytrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Aberystwythtrain Birmingham International - Aberystwyth / ...
5h 10m
£68–118
Bus via Carmarthen
1. Take the bus from Kingsway K14 to Rose and Crownbus 112
2. Take the bus from Carmarthen Bus Station Stand 1 to The Black Lionbus T1 / ...
3. Take the bus from The Black Lion to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7bus T1 / ...
7h 20m
£26–51

Pontypool to Aberystwyth by bus and train

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Distance: 167.2 mi
Duration: 5h 7m

What companies run services between Pontypool, Wales and Aberystwyth, Wales?

You can take a bus from Town Hall 2 to Aberystwyth via Pontypool and New Inn station, Pontypool & New Inn, and Shrewsbury in around 5h 7m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Town Hall 2 to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 via Greyfriars Road GH and Tresillian Way in around 6h 35m.

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