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

The cheapest way to get from Canterbury to Porthcawl is to bus via Cardiff which costs £35 - £70 and takes 9h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from Canterbury to Porthcawl is to drive which takes 4h 1m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct bus between Canterbury and Porthcawl?

No, there is no direct bus from Canterbury station to Porthcawl. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at John Street via London Victoria and Sarn Odeon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 36m.

Is there a direct train between Canterbury and Porthcawl?

No, there is no direct train from Canterbury to Porthcawl. However, there are services departing from Canterbury West and arriving at Bridgend via King's Cross St. Pancras station and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 33m.

How far is it from Canterbury to Porthcawl?

The distance between Canterbury and Porthcawl is 246 miles. The road distance is 234.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Canterbury to Porthcawl without a car is to train via London which takes 4h 33m and costs £110 - £230.

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

It takes approximately 4h 33m to get from Canterbury to Porthcawl, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Canterbury to Porthcawl bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Canterbury to Porthcawl train from?

Canterbury to Porthcawl train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Canterbury West station.

Train or bus from Canterbury to Porthcawl?

The best way to get from Canterbury to Porthcawl is to train via London which takes 4h 33m and costs £110 - £230. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £120 and takes 8h 36m.

Where does the Canterbury to Porthcawl bus arrive?

Canterbury to Porthcawl bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals.

Where does the Canterbury to Porthcawl train arrive?

Canterbury to Porthcawl train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from Canterbury to Porthcawl?

Yes, the driving distance between Canterbury to Porthcawl is 234 miles. It takes approximately 4h 1m to drive from Canterbury to Porthcawl.

Where can I stay near Porthcawl?

There are 963+ hotels available in Porthcawl.

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

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

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Canterbury West to London St Pancras Intltrain Margate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Bridgendtrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
4h 33m
£111–225
Bus via Cardiff
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 007 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Cardiff North Roadbus
3. Take the bus from Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 2 to Porthcawl Metrolink 4bus X2
9h 51m
£35–66
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivalsbus 007 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Sarn Odeonbus 507 / ...
8h 36m
£46–114
Drive 232.9 mi
1. Drive from Canterbury to Porthcawlcar 232.9 mi
4h 1m
£57–82
Train
1. Take the train from Canterbury West to London Charing Crosstrain Ramsgate - London Charing Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Bridgendtrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
5h 59m
£111–224

Canterbury to Porthcawl by bus

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Distance: 244.9 mi
Duration: 4h 33m

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

You can take a train from Canterbury West to Northways via London St Pancras International, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Paddington, London Paddington, Bridgend, and Bridgend Bus Station Stand 5 in around 4h 33m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to John Street via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, London Victoria, and Sarn Odeon in around 8h 36m.

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