Llanelli to Pontypool: Road Trip Guide & Distance

47.9 miles 77.1 km · straight line
62.3 miles estimated 100.2 km · driving distance
1h 15min estimated drive time
£9 - £12 estimated fuel cost
~36min flight time · usually no direct flights
88° E bearing direction

How far is Llanelli from Pontypool?

The distance from Llanelli to Pontypool is 47.9 miles (77.1 km) as the crow flies. Pontypool is located E of Llanelli. By car, the driving distance is approximately 62.3 miles, taking about 1h 15min. A direct flight would take roughly 36min. 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. 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 Llanelli 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 Llanelli to Pontypool

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 15min £9 - £12 Flexible stops
Bus ~1h 30min $5–$9* Budget

Suggested Stops Between Llanelli & Pontypool

Quick Facts

Llanelli
51.68°N, 4.16°W
Europe/London
13m 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 16 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 4 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 519.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients