What is the cheapest way to get from Colwyn Bay to Porthcawl?

The cheapest way to get from Colwyn Bay to Porthcawl is to drive which costs £40 - £60 and takes 4h.

What is the fastest way to get from Colwyn Bay to Porthcawl?

The fastest way to get from Colwyn Bay to Porthcawl is to drive which takes 4h and costs £40 - £60.

How far is it from Colwyn Bay to Porthcawl?

The distance between Colwyn Bay and Porthcawl is 218 miles. The road distance is 168.1 miles.

How do I travel from Colwyn Bay to Porthcawl without a car?

The best way to get from Colwyn Bay to Porthcawl without a car is to train and bus which takes 5h 43m and costs £75 - £130.

How long does it take to get from Colwyn Bay to Porthcawl?

It takes approximately 5h 43m to get from Colwyn Bay to Porthcawl, including transfers.

Can I drive from Colwyn Bay to Porthcawl?

Yes, the driving distance between Colwyn Bay to Porthcawl is 168 miles. It takes approximately 4h to drive from Colwyn Bay to Porthcawl.

Where can I stay near Porthcawl?

There are 967+ hotels available in Porthcawl.

Colwyn Bay to Porthcawl - 2 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 2 ways to get from Colwyn Bay to Porthcawl by train, bus, or car

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Colwyn Bay to Cardiff Centraltrain Holyhead - Cardiff Central
2. Take the bus from Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 2 to Porthcawl Metrolink 4bus X2
5h 43m
£79–130
Drive 167.1 mi
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1. Drive from Colwyn Bay to Porthcawlcar 167.1 mi
4h
£41–59

Colwyn Bay to Porthcawl by train and bus

51Weekly Services

5h 43mAverage Duration

£79Cheapest Price

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Distance: 216.4 mi
Duration: 5h 43m

What companies run services between Colwyn Bay, Wales and Porthcawl, Wales?

There is no direct connection from Colwyn Bay to Porthcawl. However, you can take the train to Cardiff Central, walk to Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 2, then take the bus to Porthcawl Metrolink 4. Alternatively, you can drive from Colwyn Bay to Porthcawl in around 4h.

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