What is the cheapest way to get from Builth Wells to Porthcawl?

The cheapest way to get from Builth Wells to Porthcawl is to drive which costs £16 - £24 and takes 1h 27m.

What is the fastest way to get from Builth Wells to Porthcawl?

The fastest way to get from Builth Wells to Porthcawl is to drive which takes 1h 27m and costs £16 - £24.

Is there a direct bus between Builth Wells and Porthcawl?

No, there is no direct bus from Builth Wells to Porthcawl. However, there are services departing from Groe and arriving at Griffin Park via Brecon Interchange 5 and Bridgend Bus Station Stand 5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Builth Wells and Porthcawl?

No, there is no direct train from Builth Wells to Porthcawl. However, there are services departing from Llandrindod and arriving at Bridgend via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 59m.

How far is it from Builth Wells to Porthcawl?

The distance between Builth Wells and Porthcawl is 84 miles. The road distance is 67.9 miles.

How do I travel from Builth Wells to Porthcawl without a car?

The best way to get from Builth Wells to Porthcawl without a car is to bus which takes 3h 50m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Builth Wells to Porthcawl?

It takes approximately 3h 50m to get from Builth Wells to Porthcawl, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Builth Wells to Porthcawl bus from?

Builth Wells to Porthcawl bus services, operated by Celtic Travel, depart from Groe station.

Where do I catch the Builth Wells to Porthcawl train from?

Builth Wells to Porthcawl train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Llandrindod station.

Train or bus from Builth Wells to Porthcawl?

The best way to get from Builth Wells to Porthcawl is to bus which takes 3h 50m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £40 - £70 and takes 4h 59m.

Where does the Builth Wells to Porthcawl bus arrive?

Builth Wells to Porthcawl bus services, operated by Celtic Travel, arrive at Brecon Interchange 1 station.

Where does the Builth Wells to Porthcawl train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Builth Wells to Porthcawl?

Yes, the driving distance between Builth Wells to Porthcawl is 68 miles. It takes approximately 1h 27m to drive from Builth Wells to Porthcawl.

Where can I stay near Porthcawl?

There are 960+ hotels available in Porthcawl.

Builth Wells to Porthcawl - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Builth Wells to Porthcawl by bus, train, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Groe to Brecon Interchange 1bus T4
2. Take the bus from Brecon Interchange 5 to Neath stationbus T6
3h 50m
Drive 67.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Builth Wells to Porthcawlcar 67.5 mi
1h 27m
£17–24
Train
1. Take the train from Llandrindod to Bridgendtrain Shrewsbury - Cardiff Central
4h 59m
£41–68
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Groe to Merthyr Bus Station Stand 7bus T4
2. Take the train from Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff Centraltrain
3. Take the bus from Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 2 to Porthcawl Metrolink 4bus X2
4h 36m
Bus, line 404 bus
1. Take the bus from Groe to Merthyr Bus Station Stand 7bus T4
2. Take the bus from Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 10 to Bridgend Bus Station Stand 8bus 404
4h 52m
Bus via Aberdare
1. Take the bus from Groe to Merthyr Bus Station Stand 7bus T4
2. Take the bus from Aberdare Bus Station 12 to Bridgend Bus Station Stand 7bus 172
6h 8m

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Distance: 83.1 mi
Duration: 3h 50m

What companies run services between Builth Wells, Wales and Porthcawl, Wales?

You can take a bus from Groe to Griffin Park via Brecon Interchange 5, Neath station, Neath, Bridgend, and Bridgend Bus Station Stand 5 in around 3h 50m. Alternatively, Transport for Wales operates a train from Llandrindod to Bridgend once a week. Tickets cost £35–65 and the journey takes 3h 10m.

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