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

The cheapest way to get from Chester to Porthcawl is to bus which costs £30 - £60 and takes 7h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chester to Porthcawl is to drive which takes 3h 19m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Chester and Porthcawl?

No, there is no direct bus from Chester to Porthcawl. However, there are services departing from Chester Bus Interchange and arriving at John Street via Birmingham Coach Station and Sarn Odeon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 16m.

How far is it from Chester to Porthcawl?

The distance between Chester and Porthcawl is 177 miles. The road distance is 155.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chester to Porthcawl without a car is to train and bus which takes 4h 40m and costs £50 - £85.

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

It takes approximately 4h 40m to get from Chester to Porthcawl, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chester to Porthcawl bus from?

Chester to Porthcawl bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Chester Bus Interchange station.

Where does the Chester to Porthcawl bus arrive?

Chester to Porthcawl bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Can I drive from Chester to Porthcawl?

Yes, the driving distance between Chester to Porthcawl is 155 miles. It takes approximately 3h 19m to drive from Chester to Porthcawl.

Where can I stay near Porthcawl?

There are 957+ hotels available in Porthcawl.

Chester to Porthcawl - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Chester to Porthcawl by train, bus, or car

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Chester to Cardiff Centraltrain Holyhead - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the bus from Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 2 to Porthcawl Metrolink 4bus X2
4h 40m
£53–83
Bus
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1. Take the bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 830
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Sarn Odeonbus 112
7h 16m
£32–56
Drive 154.3 mi
1. Drive from Chester to Porthcawlcar 154.3 mi
3h 19m
£39–56

Chester to Porthcawl by train and bus

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4h 40mAverage Duration

£53Cheapest Price

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Distance: 176.2 mi
Duration: 4h 40m

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

You can take a bus from Chester Bus Interchange to John Street via Birmingham Coach Station and Sarn Odeon in around 7h 16m.

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