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

The cheapest way to get from Atherstone to Porthcawl is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 2h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Atherstone to Porthcawl is to drive which takes 2h 41m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Atherstone and Porthcawl?

No, there is no direct bus from Atherstone station to Porthcawl. However, there are services departing from Birmingham Coach Station and arriving at John Street via Sarn Odeon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 22m.

Is there a direct train between Atherstone and Porthcawl?

No, there is no direct train from Atherstone to Porthcawl. However, there are services departing from Atherstone and arriving at Bridgend via Tamworth High Level and Bristol Parkway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 34m.

How far is it from Atherstone to Porthcawl?

The distance between Atherstone and Porthcawl is 170 miles. The road distance is 150 miles.

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

The best way to get from Atherstone to Porthcawl without a car is to train which takes 4h 34m and costs £80 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 4h 34m to get from Atherstone to Porthcawl, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Atherstone to Porthcawl bus from?

Atherstone to Porthcawl bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Birmingham Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Atherstone to Porthcawl train from?

Atherstone to Porthcawl train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Tamworth High Level station.

Train or bus from Atherstone to Porthcawl?

The best way to get from Atherstone to Porthcawl is to train which takes 4h 34m and costs £80 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £85 and takes 6h 22m.

Where does the Atherstone to Porthcawl bus arrive?

Atherstone to Porthcawl bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Sarn Odeon station.

Where does the Atherstone to Porthcawl train arrive?

Atherstone to Porthcawl train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Bristol Parkway station.

Can I drive from Atherstone to Porthcawl?

Yes, the driving distance between Atherstone to Porthcawl is 150 miles. It takes approximately 2h 41m to drive from Atherstone to Porthcawl.

Where can I stay near Porthcawl?

There are 967+ hotels available in Porthcawl.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Tamworth High Level to Bristol Parkwaytrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Bridgendtrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
4h 34m
£82–136
Drive 149.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Atherstone to Porthcawlcar 149.2 mi
2h 41m
£37–53
Bus
1. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Sarn Odeonbus 112
6h 22m
£39–83
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Atherstone College to Rail Stationbus 6
2. Take the train from Tamworth High Level to Cardiff Centraltrain
3. Take the bus from Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 2 to Porthcawl Metrolink 4bus X2
6h 23m
£70–101
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Herefordtrain
2. Take the train from Hereford to Cardiff Centraltrain
3. Take the bus from Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 2 to Porthcawl Metrolink 4bus X2
8h 22m
£45–96

Atherstone to Porthcawl by train and bus

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4h 34mAverage Duration

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Distance: 169.5 mi
Duration: 4h 34m

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

You can take a train from Atherstone to Northways via Tamworth High Level, Bristol Parkway, Bridgend, and Bridgend Bus Station Stand 5 in around 4h 34m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Sarn Odeon twice daily. Tickets cost £24–60 and the journey takes 3h 25m.

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