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

The cheapest way to get from Doncaster to Porthcawl is to bus which costs £45 - £110 and takes 8h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Doncaster to Porthcawl is to drive which takes 3h 52m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Doncaster and Porthcawl?

No, there is no direct bus from Doncaster to Porthcawl. However, there are services departing from Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/C7 and arriving at John Street via Birmingham Coach Station and Sarn Odeon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 6m.

Is there a direct train between Doncaster and Porthcawl?

No, there is no direct train from Doncaster to Porthcawl. However, there are services departing from Doncaster and arriving at Bridgend via Birmingham New Street and Bristol Parkway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 22m.

How far is it from Doncaster to Porthcawl?

The distance between Doncaster and Porthcawl is 240 miles. The road distance is 217.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Doncaster to Porthcawl without a car is to train via Birmingham which takes 5h 22m and costs £120 - £200.

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

It takes approximately 5h 22m to get from Doncaster to Porthcawl, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Doncaster to Porthcawl bus from?

Doncaster to Porthcawl bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/C7 station.

Where do I catch the Doncaster to Porthcawl train from?

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

Train or bus from Doncaster to Porthcawl?

The best way to get from Doncaster to Porthcawl is to train via Birmingham which takes 5h 22m and costs £120 - £200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £110 and takes 8h 6m.

Where does the Doncaster to Porthcawl bus arrive?

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

Where does the Doncaster to Porthcawl train arrive?

Doncaster to Porthcawl train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Doncaster to Porthcawl?

Yes, the driving distance between Doncaster to Porthcawl is 217 miles. It takes approximately 3h 52m to drive from Doncaster to Porthcawl.

Where can I stay near Porthcawl?

There are 977+ hotels available in Porthcawl.

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

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

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Train via Birmingham
best
1. Take the train from Doncaster to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Bristol Parkwaytrain
3. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Bridgendtrain
5h 22m
£120–191
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/C7 to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 152
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Sarn Odeonbus 112
8h 6m
£45–106
Drive 216.1 mi
1. Drive from Doncaster to Porthcawlcar 216.1 mi
3h 52m
£53–77
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Doncaster to Cardiff Centraltrain Edinburgh - Cardiff Central
2. Take the bus from Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 2 to Porthcawl Metrolink 4bus X2
5h 35m
£114–156
Train
1. Take the train from Doncaster to Stockporttrain Cleethorpes - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
2. Take the train from Stockport to Bridgendtrain Manchester Piccadilly - Haverfordwest / ...
6h 42m
£93–167

Doncaster to Porthcawl by train and bus

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Distance: 238.2 mi
Duration: 5h 22m

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

You can take a train from Doncaster to Northways via Birmingham New Street, Bristol Parkway, Bridgend, and Bridgend Bus Station Stand 5 in around 5h 22m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/C7 to John Street via Birmingham Coach Station and Sarn Odeon in around 8h 6m.

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