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

The cheapest way to get from Dorchester to Porthcawl is to drive which costs £30 - £45 and takes 2h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dorchester to Porthcawl is to drive which takes 2h 44m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct train between Dorchester and Porthcawl?

No, there is no direct train from Dorchester to Porthcawl. However, there are services departing from Dorchester West and arriving at Bridgend via Bristol Temple Meads and Bristol Parkway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 20m.

How far is it from Dorchester to Porthcawl?

The distance between Dorchester and Porthcawl is 147 miles. The road distance is 125.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dorchester to Porthcawl without a car is to train which takes 4h 20m and costs £60 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 4h 20m to get from Dorchester to Porthcawl, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dorchester to Porthcawl train from?

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

Where does the Dorchester to Porthcawl train arrive?

Dorchester to Porthcawl train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Bristol Temple Meads station.

Can I drive from Dorchester to Porthcawl?

Yes, the driving distance between Dorchester to Porthcawl is 126 miles. It takes approximately 2h 44m to drive from Dorchester to Porthcawl.

Where can I stay near Porthcawl?

There are 956+ hotels available in Porthcawl.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Dorchester West to Bristol Temple Meadstrain Weymouth - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Bridgendtrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
4h 20m
£63–121
Drive 125.1 mi
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1. Drive from Dorchester to Porthcawlcar 125.1 mi
2h 44m
£31–44
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Dorchester West to Cardiff Centraltrain Weymouth - Cardiff Central
2. Take the bus from Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 2 to Porthcawl Metrolink 4bus X2
4h 59m
£57–101

Dorchester to Porthcawl by train and bus

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4h 20mAverage Duration

£63Cheapest Price

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Distance: 146.6 mi
Duration: 4h 20m

What companies run services between Dorchester, Dorset, England and Porthcawl, Wales?

You can take a train from Dorchester West to Northways via Bristol Temple Meads, Bristol Parkway, Bridgend, and Bridgend Bus Station Stand 5 in around 4h 20m.

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