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

The cheapest way to get from Dover to Porthcawl is to train and bus which costs £55 - £100 and takes 8h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dover to Porthcawl is to drive which takes 4h 11m and costs £60 - £90.

Is there a direct train between Dover and Porthcawl?

No, there is no direct train from Dover to Porthcawl. However, there are services departing from Dover Priory and arriving at Bridgend via King's Cross St. Pancras station and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 39m.

How far is it from Dover to Porthcawl?

The distance between Dover and Porthcawl is 253 miles. The road distance is 247.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dover to Porthcawl without a car is to train via London which takes 4h 39m and costs £110 - £210.

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

It takes approximately 4h 39m to get from Dover to Porthcawl, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dover to Porthcawl train from?

Dover to Porthcawl train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Dover Priory station.

Where does the Dover to Porthcawl train arrive?

Dover to Porthcawl train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from Dover to Porthcawl?

Yes, the driving distance between Dover to Porthcawl is 248 miles. It takes approximately 4h 11m to drive from Dover to Porthcawl.

Where can I stay near Porthcawl?

There are 967+ hotels available in Porthcawl.

Dover to Porthcawl - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Dover to Porthcawl by train, bus, or car

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Dover Priory to London St Pancras Intltrain Ramsgate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Bridgendtrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
4h 39m
£110–206
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Dover Priory to London Victoriatrain
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Cardiff North Roadbus
3. Take the bus from Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 2 to Porthcawl Metrolink 4bus X2
8h 43m
£59–99
Drive 246.1 mi
1. Drive from Dover to Porthcawlcar 246.1 mi
4h 11m
£61–88
Train
1. Take the train from Dover Priory to London Charing Crosstrain Dover Priory - London Charing Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Bridgendtrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
6h 2m
£110–204

Dover to Porthcawl by train, subway, and bus

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4h 39mAverage Duration

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Distance: 251.8 mi
Duration: 4h 39m

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

You can take a train from Dover Priory to Northways via London St Pancras International, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Paddington, London Paddington, Bridgend, and Bridgend Bus Station Stand 5 in around 4h 39m.

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