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

The cheapest way to get from Andover to Porthcawl is to drive which costs £28 - £45 and takes 2h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Andover to Porthcawl is to drive which takes 2h 27m and costs £28 - £45.

Is there a direct train between Andover and Porthcawl?

No, there is no direct train from Andover to Porthcawl. However, there are services departing from Andover and arriving at Bridgend via Basingstoke and Reading. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 46m.

How far is it from Andover to Porthcawl?

The distance between Andover and Porthcawl is 171 miles. The road distance is 116.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Andover to Porthcawl without a car is to train which takes 3h 46m and costs £70 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 3h 46m to get from Andover to Porthcawl, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Andover to Porthcawl train from?

Andover to Porthcawl train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Reading station.

Where does the Andover to Porthcawl train arrive?

Andover to Porthcawl train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Bridgend station.

Can I drive from Andover to Porthcawl?

Yes, the driving distance between Andover to Porthcawl is 117 miles. It takes approximately 2h 27m to drive from Andover to Porthcawl.

Where can I stay near Porthcawl?

There are 967+ hotels available in Porthcawl.

Andover to Porthcawl - 3 ways to travel via train, car, and bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Andover to Porthcawl by train, car, or bus

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Reading to Bridgendtrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
3h 46m
£72–147
Drive 116.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Andover to Porthcawlcar 116.1 mi
2h 27m
£29–41
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Salisbury to Cardiff Centraltrain Portsmouth Harbour - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the bus from Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 2 to Porthcawl Metrolink 4bus X2
5h 13m
£50–99

Andover to Porthcawl by train and bus

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3h 46mAverage Duration

£72Cheapest Price

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Distance: 170.5 mi
Duration: 3h 46m

What companies run services between Andover, England and Porthcawl, Wales?

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Reading to Bridgend hourly. Tickets cost £55–110 and the journey takes 1h 42m.

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