🚌 Bus from Pontypool to Cardiff
1 direct route · about 68 min · first bus 06:13, last bus 17:00 (weekdays).
💷 Fares on this journey are set by the operator — the England fare cap doesn't apply in Wales. Check the operator's website or Traveline Cymru for current prices. Who travels free →
Direct routes
| Route | Operator | Journey time | Weekday journeys | First | Last | Board at |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| X3 | Stagecoach South Wales | ~68 min | 9 | 06:13 | 17:00 | Pontypool and New Inn Railway Station |
Times are for the first boarding point in Pontypool on each route's weekday timetable — open the route for the full timetable, live map and every stop.
Frequently asked questions
Which bus goes from Pontypool to Cardiff?
The X3 (Stagecoach South Wales) runs directly from Pontypool to Cardiff.
How long does the bus take from Pontypool to Cardiff?
Around 68 minutes on the X3, depending on time of day and traffic.
What time is the first and last bus from Pontypool to Cardiff?
On weekdays the first direct bus (the X3) leaves around 06:13 and the last around 17:00. Check the route timetable for weekends.
How much is the bus from Pontypool to Cardiff?
Fares on this journey are set by the operator — the England fare cap doesn't apply in Wales. Check the operator's website or Traveline Cymru for current prices.