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

The cheapest way to get from Pontypool to Swansea is to bus via Newport Train Station which costs £9 - £17 and takes 3h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Pontypool to Swansea is to drive which takes 1h 3m and costs £12 - £19.

Is there a direct bus between Pontypool and Swansea?

No, there is no direct bus from Pontypool to Swansea station. However, there are services departing from Park Road and arriving at Swansea Bus Station Stand B via Kingsway K14. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 12m.

Is there a direct train between Pontypool and Swansea?

No, there is no direct train from Pontypool to Swansea. However, there are services departing from Cwmbran and arriving at Swansea via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 29m.

How far is it from Pontypool to Swansea?

The distance between Pontypool and Swansea is 69 miles. The road distance is 52.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Pontypool to Swansea without a car is to train which takes 2h 29m and costs £26 - £45.

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

It takes approximately 2h 29m to get from Pontypool to Swansea, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pontypool to Swansea bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Pontypool to Swansea train from?

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

Train or bus from Pontypool to Swansea?

The best way to get from Pontypool to Swansea is to train which takes 2h 29m and costs £26 - £45. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £13 - £35 and takes 3h 12m.

Where does the Pontypool to Swansea bus arrive?

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

Where does the Pontypool to Swansea train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Pontypool to Swansea?

Yes, the driving distance between Pontypool to Swansea is 52 miles. It takes approximately 1h 3m to drive from Pontypool to Swansea.

Where can I stay near Swansea?

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cwmbran to Swanseatrain Manchester Piccadilly - Milford Haven / ...
2h 29m
£26–45
Bus via Newport Train Station
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Park Road to Market Square 15Abus X24
2. Take the bus from Newport Train Station to Swansea City Bus Stationbus Uk940 / ...
3h 24m
£10–16
Bus
1. Take the bus from Park Road to Market Square 15Abus X24
2. Take the bus from Kingsway K14 to Swansea Bus Station Stand Bbus 201 / ...
3h 12m
£14–30
Drive 52.1 mi
1. Drive from Pontypool to Swanseacar 52.1 mi
1h 3m
£13–19

Pontypool to Swansea by bus and train

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Distance: 68.2 mi
Duration: 2h 29m

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

Transport for Wales operates a train from Cwmbran to Swansea every 3 hours. Tickets cost £26–45 and the journey takes 1h 18m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Park Road to Swansea Bus Station Stand B via Market Square 15A and Kingsway K14 in around 3h 12m.

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