Bridgend to Pontypool: Road Trip Guide & Distance

26.5 miles 42.7 km · straight line
34.5 miles estimated 55.5 km · driving distance
42min estimated drive time
£5 - £6 estimated fuel cost
~33min flight time · usually no direct flights
59° ENE bearing direction

How far is Bridgend from Pontypool?

The distance from Bridgend to Pontypool is 26.5 miles (42.7 km) as the crow flies. Pontypool is located ENE of Bridgend. By car, the driving distance is approximately 34.5 miles, taking about 42min. A direct flight would take roughly 33min. Both are located in United Kingdom.

This is a very short trip, perfect for a quick morning drive or an easy commute. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. 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 Bridgend and Pontypool. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Bridgend to Pontypool

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 42min £5 - £6 Flexible stops

Suggested Stops Between Bridgend & Pontypool

Quick Facts

Bridgend
51.51°N, 3.58°W
Europe/London
23m 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 9 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 2 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 938.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients