Blackpool to Pontypool: Road Trip Guide & Distance

146.2 miles 235.3 km · straight line
211 miles actual route 339.5 km · driving distance
4h 1min estimated drive time
£32 - £39 estimated fuel cost
~48min flight time
180° S bearing direction

How far is Blackpool from Pontypool?

The distance from Blackpool to Pontypool is 146.2 miles (235.3 km) as the crow flies. Pontypool is located S of Blackpool. By car, the driving distance is approximately 211 miles, taking about 4h 1min. A direct flight would take roughly 48min. 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 Blackpool 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 Blackpool to Pontypool

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 1min £32 - £39 Flexible stops
Fly ~48min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~4h 49min $17–$32* Budget
Train ~3h 49min $25–$74* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Blackpool & Pontypool

Quick Facts

Blackpool
53.82°N, 3.04°W
Europe/London
5m 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 49 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 12 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 170.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM