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

The cheapest way to get from Bournemouth to Porthcawl is to bus which costs £30 - £55 and takes 5h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bournemouth to Porthcawl is to drive which takes 3h 5m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Bournemouth and Porthcawl?

No, there is no direct bus from Bournemouth station to Porthcawl. However, there are services departing from Bournemouth Station and arriving at John Street via Sophia Gardens and Sarn Odeon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 51m.

Is there a direct train between Bournemouth and Porthcawl?

No, there is no direct train from Bournemouth to Porthcawl. However, there are services departing from Bournemouth and arriving at Bridgend via Reading. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 11m.

How far is it from Bournemouth to Porthcawl?

The distance between Bournemouth and Porthcawl is 213 miles. The road distance is 134.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bournemouth to Porthcawl without a car is to train which takes 4h 11m and costs £90 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 4h 11m to get from Bournemouth to Porthcawl, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bournemouth to Porthcawl bus from?

Bournemouth to Porthcawl bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bournemouth Station.

Where do I catch the Bournemouth to Porthcawl train from?

Bournemouth to Porthcawl train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Bournemouth station.

Train or bus from Bournemouth to Porthcawl?

The best way to get from Bournemouth to Porthcawl is to train which takes 4h 11m and costs £90 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £55 and takes 5h 51m.

Where does the Bournemouth to Porthcawl bus arrive?

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

Where does the Bournemouth to Porthcawl train arrive?

Bournemouth to Porthcawl train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Reading station.

Can I drive from Bournemouth to Porthcawl?

Yes, the driving distance between Bournemouth to Porthcawl is 135 miles. It takes approximately 3h 5m to drive from Bournemouth to Porthcawl.

Where can I stay near Porthcawl?

There are 956+ hotels available in Porthcawl.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Readingtrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Reading to Bridgendtrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
4h 11m
£91–154
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Sophia Gardensbus Cp3
5h 51m
£33–53
Drive 134.2 mi
1. Drive from Bournemouth to Porthcawlcar 134.2 mi
3h 5m
£34–49
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Southampton Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Southampton Central to Cardiff Centraltrain
3. Take the bus from Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 2 to Porthcawl Metrolink 4bus X2
5h 39m
£59–115
Train, bus via Salisbury
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
6h 15m
£44–79

Bournemouth to Porthcawl by train and bus

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Distance: 211.9 mi
Duration: 4h 11m

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

You can take a train from Bournemouth to Northways via Reading, Bridgend, and Bridgend Bus Station Stand 5 in around 4h 11m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Bournemouth Station to Sophia Gardens twice a week. Tickets cost £26–45 and the journey takes 4h 5m.

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