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

The cheapest way to get from Pontypool to Newtown is to drive which costs £17 - £26 and takes 1h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from Pontypool to Newtown is to drive which takes 1h 51m and costs £17 - £26.

Is there a direct bus between Pontypool and Newtown?

No, there is no direct bus from Pontypool to Newtown. However, there are services departing from Town Hall 3 and arriving at Park Street via Abergavenny Bus Station Stand 4 and Brecon Interchange 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 16m.

Is there a direct train between Pontypool and Newtown?

No, there is no direct train from Pontypool to Newtown. However, there are services departing from Pontypool & New Inn and arriving at Newtown (Powys) via Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 50m.

How far is it from Pontypool to Newtown?

The distance between Pontypool and Newtown is 120 miles. The road distance is 73.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Pontypool to Newtown without a car is to train which takes 3h 50m and costs £45 - £90.

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

It takes approximately 3h 50m to get from Pontypool to Newtown, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pontypool to Newtown bus from?

Pontypool to Newtown bus services, operated by Williams Coaches, depart from Abergavenny Bus Station Stand 4.

Where do I catch the Pontypool to Newtown train from?

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

Train or bus from Pontypool to Newtown?

The best way to get from Pontypool to Newtown is to train which takes 3h 50m and costs £45 - £90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 4h 16m.

Where does the Pontypool to Newtown bus arrive?

Pontypool to Newtown bus services, operated by Williams Coaches, arrive at Brecon Interchange 4 station.

Where does the Pontypool to Newtown train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Pontypool to Newtown?

Yes, the driving distance between Pontypool to Newtown is 74 miles. It takes approximately 1h 51m to drive from Pontypool to Newtown.

Where can I stay near Newtown?

There are 487+ hotels available in Newtown.

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Pontypool to Newtown 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 Newtown (Powys)train Shrewsbury - Aberystwyth / ...
3h 50m
£45–86
Drive 73.5 mi
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1. Drive from Pontypool to Newtowncar 73.5 mi
1h 51m
£18–26
Bus
1. Take the bus from Abergavenny Bus Station Stand 4 to Brecon Interchange 4bus X43 / ...
2. Take the bus from Brecon Interchange 2 to Park Streetbus T4
4h 16m
Train via Cwmbran
1. Take the train from Cwmbran to Shrewsburytrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Newtown (Powys)train Shrewsbury - Aberystwyth / ...
3h 55m
£51–86

Pontypool to Newtown by bus and train

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Distance: 119.6 mi
Duration: 3h 50m

What companies run services between Pontypool, Wales and Newtown, Powys, Wales?

You can take a bus from Town Hall 2 to Newtown (Powys) via Pontypool and New Inn station, Pontypool & New Inn, and Shrewsbury in around 3h 50m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Town Hall 3 to Park Street via Abergavenny Bus Station Stand 4 and Brecon Interchange 2 in around 4h 16m.

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