Cardiff to Pontypool: Road Trip Guide & Distance

16.2 miles 26.1 km · straight line
21.6 miles actual route 34.7 km · driving distance
34min estimated drive time
£3 - £4 estimated fuel cost
~32min flight time · usually no direct flights
21° NNE bearing direction

How far is Cardiff from Pontypool?

The distance from Cardiff to Pontypool is 16.2 miles (26.1 km) as the crow flies. Pontypool is located NNE of Cardiff. By car, the driving distance is approximately 21.6 miles, taking about 34min. A direct flight would take roughly 32min. 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 Cardiff 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 Cardiff to Pontypool

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 34min £3 - £4 Flexible stops

Quick Facts

Cardiff
51.48°N, 3.18°W
Europe/London
9m 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 5 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 1 hours
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM