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

The cheapest way to get from Gloucester to Porthcawl is to bus and line 63 bus which costs £16 - £25 and takes 4h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gloucester to Porthcawl is to drive which takes 1h 35m and costs £20 - £30.

Is there a direct bus between Gloucester and Porthcawl?

No, there is no direct bus from Gloucester to Porthcawl. However, there are services departing from Transport Hub and arriving at John Street via Sophia Gardens and Sarn Odeon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 9m.

How far is it from Gloucester to Porthcawl?

The distance between Gloucester and Porthcawl is 84 miles. The road distance is 82.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Gloucester to Porthcawl without a car is to train and bus which takes 2h 24m and costs £27 - £60.

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

It takes approximately 2h 24m to get from Gloucester to Porthcawl, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gloucester to Porthcawl bus from?

Gloucester to Porthcawl bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Transport Hub station.

Where does the Gloucester to Porthcawl bus arrive?

Gloucester to Porthcawl bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Sophia Gardens station.

Can I drive from Gloucester to Porthcawl?

Yes, the driving distance between Gloucester to Porthcawl is 82 miles. It takes approximately 1h 35m to drive from Gloucester to Porthcawl.

Where can I stay near Porthcawl?

There are 963+ hotels available in Porthcawl.

Gloucester to Porthcawl - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, line 63 bus, and car

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

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Gloucester to Cardiff Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bridgendtrain
3. Take the bus from Bridgend Bus Station Stand 5 to Northwaysbus X2
2h 24m
£28–56
Bus, line 63 bus
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1. Take the bus from Transport Hub to Sophia Gardensbus Cp9
2. Take the bus from Sarn Odeon to John Streetbus 63 / ...
4h 9m
£16–25
Drive 82 mi
1. Drive from Gloucester to Porthcawlcar 82 mi
1h 35m
£21–30

Gloucester to Porthcawl by train and bus

195Weekly Services

2h 24mAverage Duration

£28Cheapest Price

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Distance: 83.8 mi
Duration: 2h 24m

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

You can take a bus from Transport Hub to John Street via Sophia Gardens and Sarn Odeon in around 4h 9m.

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