Glasgow to Pontypool: Road Trip Guide & Distance

291.8 miles 469.6 km · straight line
375.3 miles actual route 604 km · driving distance
6h 55min estimated drive time
£57 - £70 estimated fuel cost
~1h 5min flight time
170° S bearing direction

How far is Glasgow from Pontypool?

The distance from Glasgow to Pontypool is 291.8 miles (469.6 km) as the crow flies. Pontypool is located S of Glasgow. By car, the driving distance is approximately 375.3 miles, taking about 6h 55min. 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 Glasgow 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 Glasgow to Pontypool

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 55min £57 - £70 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 5min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 18min $30–$56* Budget
Train ~6h 34min $45–$131* Comfort

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

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

Suggested Stops Between Glasgow & Pontypool

Quick Facts

Glasgow
55.86°N, 4.25°W
Europe/London
12m 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 97 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 24 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 85.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM