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

The cheapest way to get from Aberystwyth to Porthcawl is to bus which costs £16 - £22 and takes 6h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Aberystwyth to Porthcawl is to drive which takes 2h 1m and costs £21 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Aberystwyth and Porthcawl?

No, there is no direct bus from Aberystwyth station to Porthcawl. However, there are services departing from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 and arriving at John Street via The Black Lion, Rose and Crown and Sarn Odeon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 1m.

Is there a direct train between Aberystwyth and Porthcawl?

No, there is no direct train from Aberystwyth to Porthcawl. However, there are services departing from Aberystwyth and arriving at Bridgend via Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 37m.

How far is it from Aberystwyth to Porthcawl?

The distance between Aberystwyth and Porthcawl is 127 miles. The road distance is 85.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Aberystwyth to Porthcawl without a car is to bus and train which takes 5h 8m and costs £28 - £55.

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

It takes approximately 5h 8m to get from Aberystwyth to Porthcawl, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Aberystwyth to Porthcawl bus from?

Aberystwyth to Porthcawl bus services, operated by First South & West Wales, depart from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7.

Where do I catch the Aberystwyth to Porthcawl train from?

Aberystwyth to Porthcawl train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Aberystwyth station.

Train or bus from Aberystwyth to Porthcawl?

The best way to get from Aberystwyth to Porthcawl is to train which takes 5h 37m and costs £70 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £16 - £22 and takes 6h 1m.

Where does the Aberystwyth to Porthcawl bus arrive?

Aberystwyth to Porthcawl bus services, operated by First South & West Wales, arrive at The Black Lion station.

Where does the Aberystwyth to Porthcawl train arrive?

Aberystwyth to Porthcawl train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Shrewsbury station.

Can I drive from Aberystwyth to Porthcawl?

Yes, the driving distance between Aberystwyth to Porthcawl is 86 miles. It takes approximately 2h 1m to drive from Aberystwyth to Porthcawl.

Where can I stay near Porthcawl?

There are 957+ hotels available in Porthcawl.

Aberystwyth to Porthcawl - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Aberystwyth to Porthcawl by bus, train, or car

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 to The Black Lionbus T1 / ...
2. Take the bus from The Black Lion to Carmarthen stationbus T1 / ...
3. Take the train from Carmarthen to Bridgendtrain
5h 8m
£28–54
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 to The Black Lionbus T1 / ...
2. Take the bus from The Black Lion to Carmarthen Bus Station Stand 1bus T1 / ...
3. Take the bus from Rose and Crown to Sarn Odeonbus 112 / ...
6h 1m
£16–22
Train
1. Take the train from Aberystwyth to Shrewsburytrain Aberystwyth - Birmingham International / ...
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Bridgendtrain Manchester Piccadilly - Milford Haven / ...
5h 37m
£71–118
Drive 85.4 mi
1. Drive from Aberystwyth to Porthcawlcar 85.4 mi
2h 1m
£22–31

Aberystwyth to Porthcawl by bus and train

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Distance: 126.2 mi
Duration: 5h 8m

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

You can take a train from Aberystwyth to Northways via Shrewsbury, Bridgend, and Bridgend Bus Station Stand 5 in around 5h 37m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 to John Street via The Black Lion, Carmarthen Bus Station Stand 1, Rose and Crown, and Sarn Odeon in around 6h 1m.

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