Gloucester, United Kingdom to Pontypool: Road Trip Guide & Distance

36.1 miles 58.1 km · straight line
55.4 miles actual route 89.2 km · driving distance
1h 9min estimated drive time
£8 - £10 estimated fuel cost
~34min flight time · usually no direct flights
252° WSW bearing direction

How far is Gloucester, United Kingdom from Pontypool?

The distance from Gloucester, United Kingdom to Pontypool is 36.1 miles (58.1 km) as the crow flies. Pontypool is located WSW of Gloucester, United Kingdom. By car, the driving distance is approximately 55.4 miles, taking about 1h 9min. A direct flight would take roughly 34min. 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 Gloucester, United Kingdom 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 Gloucester, United Kingdom to Pontypool

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 9min £8 - £10 Flexible stops
Bus ~1h 23min $4–$8* Budget

Suggested Stops Between Gloucester, United Kingdom & Pontypool

Quick Facts

Gloucester, United Kingdom
51.87°N, 2.24°W
Europe/London
24m 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 12 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 3 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 689.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM