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

The cheapest way to get from Andover to Porthcawl is to line 76 bus and bus and line 201 bus and line 63 bus which costs £25 - £45 and takes 6h 36m.

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 bus between Andover and Porthcawl?

No, there is no direct bus from Andover to Porthcawl. However, there are services departing from College Lay-by and arriving at John Street via The Malls, Sophia Gardens and Sarn Odeon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 36m.

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 47m.

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 47m and costs £65 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 3h 47m to get from Andover to Porthcawl, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Andover to Porthcawl bus from?

Andover to Porthcawl bus services, operated by Stagecoach South, depart from College Lay-by station.

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.

Train or bus from Andover to Porthcawl?

The best way to get from Andover to Porthcawl is to train which takes 3h 47m and costs £65 - £140. Alternatively, you can line 76 bus and bus and line 201 bus and line 63 bus, which costs £25 - £45 and takes 6h 36m.

Where does the Andover to Porthcawl bus arrive?

Andover to Porthcawl bus services, operated by Stagecoach South, arrive at Railway 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?

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Andover to Porthcawl - 4 ways to travel via train, line 76 bus, and bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Reading to Bridgendtrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
3h 47m
£65–131
Line 76 bus, bus, line 201 bus, line 63 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from College Lay-by to Railway Stationbus 76
2. Take the bus from The Malls to Sophia Gardensbus Cp3
3. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Sarn Odeonbus 201 / ...
4. Take the bus from Sarn Odeon to John Streetbus 63 / ...
6h 36m
£26–42
Drive 116.1 mi
1. Drive from Andover to Porthcawlcar 116.1 mi
2h 27m
£29–42
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 1m
£44–86

Andover to Porthcawl by train and bus

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Distance: 170.5 mi
Duration: 3h 47m

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Reading to Bridgend hourly. Tickets cost £50–100 and the journey takes 1h 46m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from College Lay-by to John Street via Railway Station, The Malls, Sophia Gardens, and Sarn Odeon in around 6h 36m.

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