Edinburgh to Pontypool: Road Trip Guide & Distance

293.8 miles 472.9 km · straight line
371.6 miles actual route 598.1 km · driving distance
7h 17min estimated drive time
£56 - £69 estimated fuel cost
~1h 5min flight time
179° S bearing direction

How far is Edinburgh from Pontypool?

The distance from Edinburgh to Pontypool is 293.8 miles (472.9 km) as the crow flies. Pontypool is located S of Edinburgh. By car, the driving distance is approximately 371.6 miles, taking about 7h 17min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 5min. Both are located in United Kingdom.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time.

Coordinates come from public place data for Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh to Pontypool

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 7h 17min £56 - £69 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 5min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 44min $30–$56* Budget
Train ~6h 55min $45–$130* Comfort

For 2+ travelers, driving is usually cheaper. Solo? Consider the bus.

* Estimated range. Actual prices vary by date and provider.

Suggested Stops Between Edinburgh & Pontypool

Quick Facts

Edinburgh
55.95°N, 3.19°W
Europe/London
47m 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 98 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 24 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 84.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM