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

The cheapest way to get from Colchester to Porthcawl is to bus which costs £45 - £120 and takes 8h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Colchester to Porthcawl is to drive which takes 4h 21m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct bus between Colchester and Porthcawl?

No, there is no direct bus from Colchester to Porthcawl. However, there are services departing from Coach Stop and arriving at John Street via Coach Station, Heathrow Central Bus Station and Sarn Odeon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 12m.

Is there a direct train between Colchester and Porthcawl?

No, there is no direct train from Colchester to Porthcawl. However, there are services departing from Colchester and arriving at Bridgend via Stratford and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 31m.

How far is it from Colchester to Porthcawl?

The distance between Colchester and Porthcawl is 229 miles. The road distance is 232.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Colchester to Porthcawl without a car is to train which takes 4h 31m and costs £100 - £200.

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

It takes approximately 4h 31m to get from Colchester to Porthcawl, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Colchester to Porthcawl bus from?

Colchester to Porthcawl bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Coach Stop station.

Where do I catch the Colchester to Porthcawl train from?

Colchester to Porthcawl train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Colchester station.

Train or bus from Colchester to Porthcawl?

The best way to get from Colchester to Porthcawl is to train which takes 4h 31m and costs £100 - £200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £120 and takes 8h 12m.

Where does the Colchester to Porthcawl bus arrive?

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

Where does the Colchester to Porthcawl train arrive?

Colchester to Porthcawl train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Stratford (London) station.

Can I drive from Colchester to Porthcawl?

Yes, the driving distance between Colchester to Porthcawl is 233 miles. It takes approximately 4h 21m to drive from Colchester to Porthcawl.

Where can I stay near Porthcawl?

There are 972+ hotels available in Porthcawl.

Colchester to Porthcawl - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 7 ways to get from Colchester to Porthcawl by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Colchester to Stratford (London)train Norwich - London Liverpool Street / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Bridgendtrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
4h 31m
£102–199
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Coach Stop to Coach Stationbus 717
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 727 / ...
3. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Sarn Odeonbus 201 / ...
8h 12m
£49–118
Drive 231.5 mi
1. Drive from Colchester to Porthcawlcar 231.5 mi
4h 21m
£57–82
Bus to London Stansted Airport, fly to Cardiff Airport
1. Take the bus from Coach Stop to Coach Stationbus
2. Fly from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)plane STN - CWL
12h 20m
£75–231
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Colchester to Stratford (London)train
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport T5 - to Cardiff North Roadbus
3. Take the bus from Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 2 to Porthcawl Metrolink 4bus X2
8h 54m
£69–162
Bus to London Stansted Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Coach Stop to Coach Stationbus
2. Fly from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane STN - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Bridgendtrain
8h 7m
£79–223
Train to London City Airport, fly to Cardiff Airport
1. Take the train from Colchester to Stratford (London)train
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)plane LCY - CWL
9h 22m
£334–661

Colchester to Porthcawl by train and bus

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Distance: 228.1 mi
Duration: 4h 31m

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

You can take a train from Colchester to Northways via Stratford, London Paddington, Bridgend, and Bridgend Bus Station Stand 5 in around 4h 31m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Coach Stop to John Street via Coach Station, Heathrow Central Bus Station, and Sarn Odeon in around 8h 12m.

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