The cheapest and fastest trains from Bristol to Pontypool
Cheapest price
£21
Average price
£21
Fastest journey
1 h 18 m
Average duration
1 h 18 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
41 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bristol to Pontypool is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bristol to Pontypool will cost around £21 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £21.
Of the 1 trains that leave Bristol for Pontypool every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 41 km distance in an average of 1 h 18 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 18 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 18 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.


Live departures
Bristol to Pontypool train times
The table below shows live departures for Bristol to Pontypool trains for tomorrow, Thursday 27 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 14:27 Bristol | 1h18 | 15:45 Pontypool | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bristol to Pontypool
Trains from Bristol to Pontypool run on average 5 times per day, taking around 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £21 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:57, the last at 22:36. The fastest train covers the 41 km distance in 1h 25m.
Distance 41 km |
Average train duration 50m |
Cheapest ticket price £21 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 1h 25m |
First train 05:57 |
Last train 22:36 |
Train companies: Great Western Rail from Bristol to Pontypool trainsGreat Western Rail trains will get you between Bristol and Pontypool from £21. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Bristol to Pontypool train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol to Pontypool by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Pontypool, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bristol and Pontypool
- Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
- Sun: 06:45 - 21:30
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Type of shops available: WHS/M&S; Uppercrust; Pumpkin; Pasty Shop; Starbucks; Lily's Flowers
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- The Pasty Shop
- Starbucks
- Upper Crust
- Pumpkin Café
- Hart's Bakery
- Taxi: The taxi rank is available on the station forecourt. If you require an accessible taxi please approach a member of staff for assistance. To reach the station forecourt; exit through the ticket barriers, turn left and exit through the main doors. You can find more information about local taxi services here.
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
- Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators.
- Toilets Location: Ladies, Gents and Baby Change are located in the Passenger Subway. The Baby Change is located next to the Ladies Toilets. An additional Baby Change facility is also located in the Accessible Toilet on Platform 13/15. Accessible Toilets are located on Platform 3 by the Help Desk and on Platform 13/15.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: Radar Key available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Holiday Inn Express Bristol City Center
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bristol City Center
- Hilton Garden Inn Bristol City Center
- Waiting rooms location: Waiting Rooms are located on Platform 5/7 and on Platform 13/15
- Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
- Sun: 06:45 - 21:30
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: The main storage location for bikes is at The Friary at Temple Quay, just to the right of the ramped exit from the long stay car park. A limited bike storage location can be found on Station Approach by Queen Anne's Gate. There is no longer any bike storage inside the station.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Located near the main entrance.
- Bus lines: A1, 1, 2, 8, 39/349/X39, 70, 73, 178, 376
- Train lines: CrossCountry, Great Western Main Line, Severn Beach Line
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station front. Alternative: the lower approach road, outside the front of Bristol & Exeter House
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