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

The cheapest way to get from Cornwall to Porthcawl is to drive which costs £45 - £70 and takes 3h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cornwall to Porthcawl is to drive which takes 3h 36m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct train between Cornwall and Porthcawl?

No, there is no direct train from Cornwall to Porthcawl. However, there are services departing from Luxulyan and arriving at Bridgend via Par, Plymouth and Bristol Parkway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 20m.

How far is it from Cornwall to Porthcawl?

The distance between Cornwall and Porthcawl is 233 miles. The road distance is 194.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cornwall to Porthcawl without a car is to train which takes 6h 20m and costs £100 - £210.

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

It takes approximately 6h 20m to get from Cornwall to Porthcawl, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cornwall to Porthcawl train from?

Cornwall to Porthcawl train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Par station.

Where does the Cornwall to Porthcawl train arrive?

Cornwall to Porthcawl train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Plymouth station.

Can I drive from Cornwall to Porthcawl?

Yes, the driving distance between Cornwall to Porthcawl is 194 miles. It takes approximately 3h 36m to drive from Cornwall to Porthcawl.

Where can I stay near Porthcawl?

There are 972+ hotels available in Porthcawl.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Par to Plymouthtrain
2. Take the train from Plymouth to Bristol Parkwaytrain
3. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Bridgendtrain
6h 20m
£101–202
Drive 193 mi
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1. Drive from Cornwall to Porthcawlcar 193 mi
3h 36m
£47–68
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Bodmin Parkway to Cardiff Centraltrain Penzance - Cardiff Central
2. Take the bus from Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 2 to Porthcawl Metrolink 4bus X2
7h 43m
£91–176

Cornwall to Porthcawl by train and bus

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6h 20mAverage Duration

£101Cheapest Price

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Distance: 231.7 mi
Duration: 6h 20m

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

You can take a train from Luxulyan to Northways via Par, Plymouth, Bristol Parkway, Bridgend, and Bridgend Bus Station Stand 5 in around 6h 20m.

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