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

The cheapest way to get from Brynmawr to Porthcawl is to drive which costs £12 - £18 and takes 53 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Brynmawr to Porthcawl is to drive which takes 53 min and costs £12 - £18.

Is there a direct bus between Brynmawr and Porthcawl?

No, there is no direct bus from Brynmawr station to Porthcawl. However, there are services departing from Brynmawr Bus Station Stand1 and arriving at John Street via Kingsway K14 and Sarn Odeon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 29m.

Is there a direct train between Brynmawr and Porthcawl?

No, there is no direct train from Brynmawr to Porthcawl. However, there are services departing from Ebbw Vale Town and arriving at Bridgend via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 14m.

How far is it from Brynmawr to Porthcawl?

The distance between Brynmawr and Porthcawl is 62 miles. The road distance is 50.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Brynmawr to Porthcawl without a car is to train which takes 3h 14m and costs £25 - £45.

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

It takes approximately 3h 14m to get from Brynmawr to Porthcawl, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Brynmawr to Porthcawl bus from?

Brynmawr to Porthcawl bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, depart from Brynmawr Bus Station Stand1.

Where do I catch the Brynmawr to Porthcawl train from?

Brynmawr to Porthcawl train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Ebbw Vale Town station.

Train or bus from Brynmawr to Porthcawl?

The best way to get from Brynmawr to Porthcawl is to train which takes 3h 14m and costs £25 - £45. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £17 - £35 and takes 4h 29m.

Where does the Brynmawr to Porthcawl bus arrive?

Brynmawr to Porthcawl bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, arrive at Market Square 18 station.

Where does the Brynmawr to Porthcawl train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Brynmawr to Porthcawl?

Yes, the driving distance between Brynmawr to Porthcawl is 51 miles. It takes approximately 53 min to drive from Brynmawr to Porthcawl.

Where can I stay near Porthcawl?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Ebbw Vale Town to Bridgendtrain Ebbw Vale Town - Maesteg / ...
3h 14m
£26–44
Drive 50.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Brynmawr to Porthcawlcar 50.5 mi
53 min
£13–18
Bus
1. Take the bus from Brynmawr Bus Station Stand1 to Market Square 18bus X15
2. Take the bus from Kingsway K14 to Sarn Odeonbus 201 / ...
4h 29m
£17–30
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Brynmawr to Porthcawltaxi 50.5 mi
53 min
£100–130
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Ebbw Vale Town to Bridgendtrain Ebbw Vale Town - Maesteg / ...
2. Take the bus from Bridgend Bus Station Stand 6 to Porthcawl Metrolink 2bus 63 / ...
3h 43m
£26–47

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Distance: 61.3 mi
Duration: 3h 14m

What companies run services between Brynmawr, Wales and Porthcawl, Wales?

Transport for Wales operates a train from Ebbw Vale Town to Bridgend hourly. Tickets cost £20–35 and the journey takes 1h 31m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Brynmawr Bus Station Stand1 to John Street via Market Square 18, Kingsway K14, and Sarn Odeon in around 4h 29m.

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