Bournemouth to Pontypool: Road Trip Guide & Distance

84.5 miles 136 km · straight line
110.7 miles actual route 178.1 km · driving distance
2h 41min estimated drive time
£17 - £21 estimated fuel cost
~40min flight time · usually no direct flights
324° NW bearing direction

How far is Bournemouth from Pontypool?

The distance from Bournemouth to Pontypool is 84.5 miles (136 km) as the crow flies. Pontypool is located NW of Bournemouth. By car, the driving distance is approximately 110.7 miles, taking about 2h 41min. A direct flight would take roughly 40min. Both are located in United Kingdom.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. 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 Bournemouth 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 Bournemouth to Pontypool

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 41min £17 - £21 Flexible stops
Bus ~3h 13min $9–$17* Budget
Train ~2h 33min $13–$39* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Bournemouth & Pontypool

Quick Facts

Bournemouth
50.72°N, 1.88°W
Europe/London
0m 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 28 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 7 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 294.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM