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Travel Information
Compare coach for Cardiff to Pontypool
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Cardiff to Pontypool among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £7 For those with little time, consider booking a coach, which has an average total journey time of 1h 34m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, while a coach costs an average of £7.
Distance: 26 km
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Most popular Coach | Driving |
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£7 Average Price Cheapest | £7 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 34m Average total duration Fastest 1h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 40m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Other travel options to Pontypool take longer:
Coach takes on average 1h 4m.
Compare prices and tickets Cardiff to Pontypool by coach
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cardiff to Pontypool
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Take a train from Cardiff to Pontypool and enjoy the approximately 26 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:50, the last at 23:38.
Distance 26 km |
Average train duration 35m |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 3 |
First train 0:50 |
Last train 23:38 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Train companies: Transport for Wales from Cardiff to Pontypool trainsTransport for Wales trains will get you between Cardiff and Pontypool from £7. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Cardiff to Pontypool train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cardiff 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 Cardiff and Pontypool
Most Cardiff to Pontypool trains use the Cardiff Central to Pontypool & New Inn station pair. Use this guide to compare Cardiff and Pontypool train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Cardiff Central from Cardiff city centre
Cardiff Central train station facilities and services
Cardiff Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food options include: Gourmet Coffee Bar & Kitchen, Pret a Manger, Tesco Express
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located outside of the main entrance.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30, Sat: 05:40 - 21:30, Sun: 07:30 - 21:30.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Cardiff Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Cardiff Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cardiff Central: There is step-free access in the whole station. There are also ramps for train access and elevators in the station.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Clayton Hotel Cardiff, Cardiff Marriott Hotel, Travelodge Cardiff Central.
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