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

The cheapest way to get from Blackpool to Porthcawl is to bus which costs £40 - £75 and takes 9h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Blackpool to Porthcawl is to drive which takes 4h 42m and costs £55 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Blackpool and Porthcawl?

No, there is no direct bus from Blackpool to Porthcawl. However, there are services departing from National Express Coach Facility and arriving at John Street via Birmingham Coach Station and Sarn Odeon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 16m.

Is there a direct train between Blackpool and Porthcawl?

No, there is no direct train from Blackpool to Porthcawl. However, there are services departing from Blackpool North and arriving at Bridgend via Preston and Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 6m.

How far is it from Blackpool to Porthcawl?

The distance between Blackpool and Porthcawl is 235 miles. The road distance is 222.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Blackpool to Porthcawl without a car is to train via Crewe which takes 6h 6m and costs £65 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 6h 6m to get from Blackpool to Porthcawl, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Blackpool to Porthcawl bus from?

Blackpool to Porthcawl bus services, operated by National Express, depart from National Express Coach Facility station.

Where do I catch the Blackpool to Porthcawl train from?

Blackpool to Porthcawl train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Preston station.

Train or bus from Blackpool to Porthcawl?

The best way to get from Blackpool to Porthcawl is to train via Crewe which takes 6h 6m and costs £65 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £75 and takes 9h 16m.

Where does the Blackpool to Porthcawl bus arrive?

Blackpool to Porthcawl bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Blackpool to Porthcawl train arrive?

Blackpool to Porthcawl train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Crewe station.

Can I drive from Blackpool to Porthcawl?

Yes, the driving distance between Blackpool to Porthcawl is 223 miles. It takes approximately 4h 42m to drive from Blackpool to Porthcawl.

Where can I stay near Porthcawl?

There are 957+ hotels available in Porthcawl.

Blackpool to Porthcawl - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Blackpool to Porthcawl by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via Crewe
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Crewetrain Edinburgh - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Bridgendtrain Manchester Piccadilly - Milford Haven / ...
6h 6m
£67–133
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from National Express Coach Facility to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 121 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Sarn Odeonbus 112
9h 16m
£40–70
Drive 221.3 mi
1. Drive from Blackpool to Porthcawlcar 221.3 mi
4h 42m
£55–80
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Blackpool North to Liverpool Lime Streettrain
2. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)plane LPL - CWL
9h 1m
£98–215
Train
1. Take the train from Blackpool North to Manchester Piccadillytrain Blackpool North - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Bridgendtrain Manchester Piccadilly - Milford Haven / ...
7h
£79–142
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Blackpool to Birmingham - Jennens Roadbus
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Centraltrain
3. Take the bus from Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 2 to Porthcawl Metrolink 4bus X2
9h 55m
£63–101

Blackpool to Porthcawl by train and bus

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Distance: 234 mi
Duration: 6h 6m

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

You can take a train from Blackpool North to Northways via Preston, Crewe, Bridgend, and Bridgend Bus Station Stand 5 in around 6h 6m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from National Express Coach Facility to John Street via Birmingham Coach Station and Sarn Odeon in around 9h 16m.

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