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

The cheapest way to get from Folkestone to Porthcawl is to drive which costs £55 - £85 and takes 4h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Folkestone to Porthcawl is to drive which takes 4h 6m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct train between Folkestone and Porthcawl?

No, there is no direct train from Folkestone to Porthcawl. However, there are services departing from Folkestone Central and arriving at Bridgend via King's Cross St. Pancras station and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 29m.

How far is it from Folkestone to Porthcawl?

The distance between Folkestone and Porthcawl is 246 miles. The road distance is 240.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Folkestone to Porthcawl without a car is to train via London which takes 4h 29m and costs £100 - £200.

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

It takes approximately 4h 29m to get from Folkestone to Porthcawl, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Folkestone to Porthcawl train from?

Folkestone to Porthcawl train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Folkestone Central station.

Where does the Folkestone to Porthcawl train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Folkestone to Porthcawl?

Yes, the driving distance between Folkestone to Porthcawl is 240 miles. It takes approximately 4h 6m to drive from Folkestone to Porthcawl.

Where can I stay near Porthcawl?

There are 943+ hotels available in Porthcawl.

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

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

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to London St Pancras Intltrain Ramsgate - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Bridgendtrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
4h 29m
£106–200
Drive 238.8 mi
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1. Drive from Folkestone to Porthcawlcar 238.8 mi
4h 6m
£59–85
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to London St Pancras Intltrain
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Cardiff North Roadbus
3. Take the bus from Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 2 to Porthcawl Metrolink 4bus X2
8h 31m
£66–102
Train
1. Take the train from Folkestone Central to London Charing Crosstrain Dover Priory - London Charing Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Bridgendtrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
5h 52m
£106–198

Folkestone to Porthcawl by train, subway, and bus

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4h 29mAverage Duration

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Distance: 244.6 mi
Duration: 4h 29m

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

You can take a train from Folkestone Central 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 29m.

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