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

The cheapest way to get from Taunton to Pontypool is to drive which costs £18 - £26 and takes 1h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Taunton to Pontypool is to drive which takes 1h 14m and costs £18 - £26.

Is there a direct train between Taunton and Pontypool?

No, there is no direct train from Taunton to Pontypool. However, there are services departing from Taunton and arriving at Cwmbran via Bristol Temple Meads and Newport (S Wales). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 31m.

How far is it from Taunton to Pontypool?

The distance between Taunton and Pontypool is 83 miles. The road distance is 72.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Taunton to Pontypool without a car is to train which takes 2h 31m and costs £30 - £65.

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

It takes approximately 2h 31m to get from Taunton to Pontypool, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Taunton to Pontypool train from?

Taunton to Pontypool train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Taunton station.

Where does the Taunton to Pontypool train arrive?

Taunton to Pontypool train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Bristol Temple Meads station.

Can I drive from Taunton to Pontypool?

Yes, the driving distance between Taunton to Pontypool is 72 miles. It takes approximately 1h 14m to drive from Taunton to Pontypool.

Where can I stay near Pontypool?

There are 809+ hotels available in Pontypool.

Taunton to Pontypool - 3 ways to travel via train, car, and bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Taunton to Bristol Temple Meadstrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Newport (S Wales)train Exeter St Davids - Cardiff Central / ...
2h 31m
£31–65
Drive 71.9 mi
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1. Drive from Taunton to Pontypoolcar 71.9 mi
1h 14m
£18–26
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Taunton to Newport (S Wales)train Exeter St Davids - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the bus from Market Square 16 to Town Hall 4bus X24 / ...
2h 45m
£34–59

Taunton to Pontypool by train, foot, and bus

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2h 31mAverage Duration

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Distance: 82.5 mi
Duration: 2h 31m

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

You can take a train from Taunton to Park Road via Bristol Temple Meads, Newport (S Wales), Cwmbran, and Cwmbran Bus Station Stand E in around 2h 31m.

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