Blackburn to Pontypool: Road Trip Guide & Distance

143.5 miles 230.9 km · straight line
196.9 miles actual route 316.9 km · driving distance
3h 48min estimated drive time
£30 - £37 estimated fuel cost
~47min flight time
190° S bearing direction

How far is Blackburn from Pontypool?

The distance from Blackburn to Pontypool is 143.5 miles (230.9 km) as the crow flies. Pontypool is located S of Blackburn. By car, the driving distance is approximately 196.9 miles, taking about 3h 48min. A direct flight would take roughly 47min. Both are located in United Kingdom.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Blackburn and Pontypool. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Blackburn to Pontypool

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 48min £30 - £37 Flexible stops
Fly ~47min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~4h 34min $16–$30* Budget
Train ~3h 37min $24–$69* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Blackburn & Pontypool

Quick Facts

Blackburn
53.75°N, 2.48°W
Europe/London
121m elevation
Pontypool
51.70°N, 3.04°W
Europe/London
173m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 48 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 12 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 173.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM