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How to get fromTaunton to Pontypoolby train, bus, or car

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There are 3 ways to get from Taunton to Pontypool by train, bus, or car

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  1. Train, bus via Bristol

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    1. Take the train from Taunton to Bristol Parkwaytrain train
    2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Newport (S Wales)train train
    3. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Cwmbrantrain train
    4. Take the bus from Cwmbran Bus Station Stand E to Park Roadbus bus X24 / ...
    2h 37m
    £32–67

  2. Drive  71.9 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Taunton to Pontypoolcar car 71.9 mi
    1h 14m
    £18–26

  3. Train, bus

    1. Take the train from Taunton to Newport (S Wales)train train Exeter St Davids - Cardiff Central / ...
    2. Take the bus from Market Square 16 to Town Hall 4bus bus X24 / ...
    2h 45m
    £34–60

Taunton to Pontypool by train, foot, and bus

Calendar132Weekly Services
Duration2h 37mAverage Duration
Ticket£32Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 83.7 mi
  • Duration: 2h 37m

What companies run services between Taunton, England and Pontypool, Wales?

There is no direct connection from Taunton to Pontypool. However, you can take the train to Bristol Parkway, take the train to Newport (S Wales), take the train to Cwmbran, walk to Cwmbran Bus Station Stand E, then take the bus to Park Road. Alternatively, you can drive from Taunton to Pontypool in around 1h 14m.

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