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

The cheapest way to get from Aberdeen to Pontypool is to fly and bus which costs £90 - £260 and takes 5h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Aberdeen to Pontypool is to fly and bus which takes 5h 32m and costs £90 - £260.

Is there a direct train between Aberdeen and Pontypool?

No, there is no direct train from Aberdeen to Pontypool. However, there are services departing from Aberdeen and arriving at Cwmbran via Haymarket and Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 38m.

How far is it from Aberdeen to Pontypool?

The distance between Aberdeen and Pontypool is 457 miles. The road distance is 469.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Aberdeen to Pontypool without a car is to train via Edinburgh which takes 9h 38m and costs £160 - £290.

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

It takes approximately 5h 32m to get from Aberdeen to Pontypool, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Aberdeen to Pontypool train from?

Aberdeen to Pontypool train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Aberdeen station.

Where does the Aberdeen to Pontypool train arrive?

Aberdeen to Pontypool train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Haymarket station.

Can I drive from Aberdeen to Pontypool?

Yes, the driving distance between Aberdeen to Pontypool is 470 miles. It takes approximately 8h 41m to drive from Aberdeen to Pontypool.

Where can I stay near Pontypool?

There are 811+ hotels available in Pontypool.

Aberdeen to Pontypool - 11 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 11 ways to get from Aberdeen to Pontypool by plane, bus, train, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly Aberdeen Airport to Bristol Airport, bus
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1. Fly from Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane ABZ - BRS
2. Take the bus from Public Transport Interchange to Kingsway K14bus
3. Take the bus from Market Square 16 to Park Roadbus
5h 32m
£90–253
Train via Edinburgh
1. Take the train from Aberdeen to Haymarkettrain
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Crewetrain
3. Take the train from Crewe to Cwmbrantrain
9h 38m
£165–285
Drive 467 mi
1. Drive from Aberdeen to Pontypoolcar 467 mi
8h 41m
£116–167
Train to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Aberdeen to Haymarkettrain
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane EDI - BRS
3. Take the bus from Public Transport Interchange to Kingsway K14bus
7h 41m
£93–208
Fly Aberdeen Airport to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Fly from Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)plane ABZ - BHX
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Newport (S Wales)train
6h 37m
£126–311
Fly Aberdeen Airport to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Fly from Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane ABZ - LHR
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Newport (S Wales)train
6h 23m
£140–464
Fly Aberdeen Airport to Manchester Airport, train
1. Fly from Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane ABZ - MAN
2. Take the train from Wilmslow to Cwmbrantrain
7h 14m
£128–293
Fly Aberdeen Airport to Luton Airport, train
1. Fly from Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) to Luton Airport (LTN)plane ABZ - LTN
2. Take the train from Luton Airport Parkway to Farringdontrain
3. Take the train from London Paddington to Newport (S Wales)train
6h 50m
£116–350
Fly Aberdeen Airport to London Gatwick Airport, train
1. Fly from Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)plane ABZ - LGW
2. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to Readingtrain
3. Take the train from Reading to Newport (S Wales)train
7h 34m
£105–284
Train
1. Take the train from Aberdeen to Crewetrain Inverness - London Euston
2. Take the train from Crewe to Cwmbrantrain Manchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
10h 17m
£125–186
Train #2
1. Take the train from Aberdeen to Bristol Parkwaytrain Aberdeen - Plymouth / ...
10h 43m
£254–378

Aberdeen to Pontypool by train, foot, and bus

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9h 38mAverage Duration

£165Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Aberdeen to Pontypool.

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Distance: 454.4 mi
Duration: 5h 32m

What companies run services between Aberdeen, Scotland and Pontypool, Wales?

You can take a train from Aberdeen to Park Road via Haymarket, Crewe, Cwmbran, and Cwmbran Bus Station Stand E in around 9h 38m.

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