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

The cheapest way to get from Bolton to Porthcawl is to bus which costs £40 - £100 and takes 8h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bolton to Porthcawl is to drive which takes 4h 11m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Bolton and Porthcawl?

No, there is no direct bus from Bolton to Porthcawl. However, there are services departing from Shiffnall Street and arriving at John Street via Manchester Central Coach Station, Sophia Gardens and Sarn Odeon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 21m.

Is there a direct train between Bolton and Porthcawl?

No, there is no direct train from Bolton to Porthcawl. However, there are services departing from Bolton and arriving at Bridgend via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 34m.

How far is it from Bolton to Porthcawl?

The distance between Bolton and Porthcawl is 209 miles. The road distance is 194.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bolton to Porthcawl without a car is to train which takes 5h 34m and costs £80 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 5h 34m to get from Bolton to Porthcawl, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bolton to Porthcawl bus from?

Bolton to Porthcawl bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Bolton to Porthcawl train from?

Bolton to Porthcawl train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.

Train or bus from Bolton to Porthcawl?

The best way to get from Bolton to Porthcawl is to train which takes 5h 34m and costs £80 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £100 and takes 8h 21m.

Where does the Bolton to Porthcawl bus arrive?

Bolton to Porthcawl bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Sophia Gardens station.

Where does the Bolton to Porthcawl train arrive?

Bolton to Porthcawl train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Bridgend station.

Can I drive from Bolton to Porthcawl?

Yes, the driving distance between Bolton to Porthcawl is 195 miles. It takes approximately 4h 11m to drive from Bolton to Porthcawl.

Where can I stay near Porthcawl?

There are 967+ hotels available in Porthcawl.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Bridgendtrain Manchester Piccadilly - Milford Haven / ...
5h 34m
£82–143
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Sophia Gardensbus Cpa
8h 21m
£43–100
Drive 193.5 mi
1. Drive from Bolton to Porthcawlcar 193.5 mi
4h 11m
£47–68
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Birmingham New Streettrain
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
6h 58m
£90–161

Bolton to Porthcawl by train and bus

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5h 34mAverage Duration

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Distance: 207.5 mi
Duration: 5h 34m

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

Transport for Wales operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Bridgend every 4 hours. Tickets cost £75–130 and the journey takes 3h 39m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Sophia Gardens once daily. Tickets cost £35–85 and the journey takes 4h 10m.

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