What is the cheapest way to get from Pontypool to Mountain Ash?

The cheapest way to get from Pontypool to Mountain Ash is to drive which costs £4 - £7 and takes 30 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Pontypool to Mountain Ash?

The fastest way to get from Pontypool to Mountain Ash is to drive which takes 30 min and costs £4 - £7.

Is there a direct bus between Pontypool and Mountain Ash?

No, there is no direct bus from Pontypool to Mountain Ash. However, there are services departing from Town Hall 2 and arriving at Nixon`s via Greyfriars Road GF and Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 54m.

Is there a direct train between Pontypool and Mountain Ash?

No, there is no direct train from Pontypool to Mountain Ash. However, there are services departing from Cwmbran and arriving at Mountain Ash via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 25m.

How far is it from Pontypool to Mountain Ash?

The distance between Pontypool and Mountain Ash is 42 miles. The road distance is 18.9 miles.

How do I travel from Pontypool to Mountain Ash without a car?

The best way to get from Pontypool to Mountain Ash without a car is to train which takes 2h 25m and costs £14 - £25.

How long does it take to get from Pontypool to Mountain Ash?

It takes approximately 2h 25m to get from Pontypool to Mountain Ash, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pontypool to Mountain Ash bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Pontypool to Mountain Ash train from?

Pontypool to Mountain Ash train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Cwmbran station.

Train or bus from Pontypool to Mountain Ash?

The best way to get from Pontypool to Mountain Ash is to train which takes 2h 25m and costs £14 - £25. Alternatively, you can bus and line 132 bus, which costs £14 - £23 and takes 2h 54m.

Where does the Pontypool to Mountain Ash bus arrive?

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

Where does the Pontypool to Mountain Ash train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Pontypool to Mountain Ash?

Yes, the driving distance between Pontypool to Mountain Ash is 19 miles. It takes approximately 30 min to drive from Pontypool to Mountain Ash.

Where can I stay near Mountain Ash?

There are 582+ hotels available in Mountain Ash.

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There are 5 ways to get from Pontypool to Mountain Ash by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cwmbran to Cardiff Centraltrain Manchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Mountain Ashtrain Merthyr Tydfil - Aberdare / ...
2h 25m
£14–24
Drive 18.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Pontypool to Mountain Ashcar 18.8 mi
30 min
£5–7
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Town Hall 2 to Greyfriars Road GHbus X3
2. Take the train from Cardiff Queen Street to Mountain Ashtrain Merthyr Tydfil - Aberdare / ...
2h 47m
£13–20
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Pontypool to Mountain Ashtaxi 18.8 mi
30 min
£85–110
Bus, line 132 bus
1. Take the bus from Town Hall 2 to Greyfriars Road GHbus X3
2. Take the bus from Greyfriars Road GF to Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 10bus 132 / ...
2h 54m
£15–22

Pontypool to Mountain Ash by bus and train

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Distance: 41.3 mi
Duration: 2h 25m

What companies run services between Pontypool, Wales and Mountain Ash, Wales?

You can take a bus from Town Hall 2 to Mountain Ash via Trussel Road, Cwmbran, and Cardiff Central in around 2h 25m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Town Hall 2 to Nixon`s via Greyfriars Road GH, Greyfriars Road GF, and Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 2 in around 2h 54m.

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