What is the cheapest way to get from Aberdare to Porthcawl?

The cheapest way to get from Aberdare to Porthcawl is to drive which costs £9 - £13 and takes 43 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Aberdare to Porthcawl?

The fastest way to get from Aberdare to Porthcawl is to drive which takes 43 min and costs £9 - £13.

Is there a direct bus between Aberdare and Porthcawl?

No, there is no direct bus from Aberdare to Porthcawl. However, there are services departing from Victoria Square and arriving at Porthcawl Metrolink 4 via Bridgend Bus Station Stand 5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 22m.

How far is it from Aberdare to Porthcawl?

The distance between Aberdare and Porthcawl is 51 miles. The road distance is 37.2 miles.

How do I travel from Aberdare to Porthcawl without a car?

The best way to get from Aberdare to Porthcawl without a car is to train and bus which takes 2h 12m and costs £20 - £40.

How long does it take to get from Aberdare to Porthcawl?

It takes approximately 2h 12m to get from Aberdare to Porthcawl, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Aberdare to Porthcawl bus from?

Aberdare to Porthcawl bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, depart from Victoria Square station.

Where does the Aberdare to Porthcawl bus arrive?

Aberdare to Porthcawl bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, arrive at Bridgend Bus Station Stand 7.

Can I drive from Aberdare to Porthcawl?

Yes, the driving distance between Aberdare to Porthcawl is 37 miles. It takes approximately 43 min to drive from Aberdare to Porthcawl.

Where can I stay near Porthcawl?

There are 967+ hotels available in Porthcawl.

Aberdare to Porthcawl - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Aberdare to Porthcawl by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Aberdare to Cardiff Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bridgendtrain
3. Take the bus from Bridgend Bus Station Stand 5 to Northwaysbus X2
2h 12m
£20–37
Drive 37 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Aberdare to Porthcawlcar 37 mi
43 min
£9–13
Bus
1. Take the bus from Victoria Square to Bridgend Bus Station Stand 7bus 172
2h 22m
£11–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Aberdare to Porthcawltaxi 37 mi
43 min
£75–95
Bus, line 63 bus
1. Take the bus from Victoria Square to Bridgend Bus Station Stand 7bus 172
2. Take the bus from Bridgend Bus Station Stand 6 to John Streetbus 63 / ...
2h 50m
£11–13

Aberdare to Porthcawl by train and bus

216Weekly Services

2h 12mAverage Duration

£20Cheapest Price

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Distance: 50.7 mi
Duration: 2h 12m

What companies run services between Aberdare, Wales and Porthcawl, Wales?

Stagecoach South Wales operates a bus from Victoria Square to Bridgend Bus Station Stand 7 hourly. Tickets cost £7–11 and the journey takes 1h 45m.

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