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

The cheapest way to get from Chesterfield to Porthcawl is to bus which costs £40 - £110 and takes 9h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chesterfield to Porthcawl is to drive which takes 3h 34m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Chesterfield and Porthcawl?

No, there is no direct bus from Chesterfield to Porthcawl. However, there are services departing from Donkey Derby and arriving at John Street via Sheffield Interchange/E2, Birmingham Coach Station and Sarn Odeon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Chesterfield and Porthcawl?

No, there is no direct train from Chesterfield to Porthcawl. However, there are services departing from Chesterfield and arriving at Bridgend via Bristol Parkway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 8m.

How far is it from Chesterfield to Porthcawl?

The distance between Chesterfield and Porthcawl is 211 miles. The road distance is 191.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chesterfield to Porthcawl without a car is to train via Bristol which takes 4h 8m and costs £100 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 4h 8m to get from Chesterfield to Porthcawl, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chesterfield to Porthcawl bus from?

Chesterfield to Porthcawl bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sheffield Interchange/E2 station.

Where do I catch the Chesterfield to Porthcawl train from?

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

Train or bus from Chesterfield to Porthcawl?

The best way to get from Chesterfield to Porthcawl is to train via Bristol which takes 4h 8m and costs £100 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £110 and takes 9h 5m.

Where does the Chesterfield to Porthcawl bus arrive?

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

Where does the Chesterfield to Porthcawl train arrive?

Chesterfield to Porthcawl train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Bristol Parkway station.

Can I drive from Chesterfield to Porthcawl?

Yes, the driving distance between Chesterfield to Porthcawl is 192 miles. It takes approximately 3h 34m to drive from Chesterfield to Porthcawl.

Where can I stay near Porthcawl?

There are 972+ hotels available in Porthcawl.

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

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

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Train via Bristol
best
1. Take the train from Chesterfield to Bristol Parkwaytrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Bridgendtrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
4h 8m
£106–168
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sheffield Interchange/E2 to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 131 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Sarn Odeonbus 112
9h 5m
£44–102
Drive 190.6 mi
1. Drive from Chesterfield to Porthcawlcar 190.6 mi
3h 34m
£47–68
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Derby to Cardiff Centraltrain Nottingham - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the bus from Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 2 to Porthcawl Metrolink 4bus X2
5h 57m
£95–141
Train
1. Take the train from Chesterfield to Stockporttrain Norwich - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
2. Take the train from Stockport to Bridgendtrain Manchester Piccadilly - Milford Haven / ...
6h 37m
£98–169

Chesterfield to Porthcawl by train and bus

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Distance: 209.7 mi
Duration: 4h 8m

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

You can take a train from Chesterfield to Northways via Bristol Parkway, Bridgend, and Bridgend Bus Station Stand 5 in around 4h 8m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Donkey Derby to John Street via Pond Street/FS5, Sheffield Interchange/E2, Birmingham Coach Station, and Sarn Odeon in around 9h 5m.

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