What is the cheapest way to get from Greater Manchester to Porthcawl?

The cheapest way to get from Greater Manchester to Porthcawl is to bus which costs £40 - £100 and takes 7h 28m.

What is the fastest way to get from Greater Manchester to Porthcawl?

The fastest way to get from Greater Manchester to Porthcawl is to drive which takes 4h 6m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Greater Manchester and Porthcawl?

No, there is no direct bus from Greater Manchester to Porthcawl. However, there are services departing from Horton Road and arriving at John Street via Manchester Central Coach Station, Sophia Gardens and Sarn Odeon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 28m.

Is there a direct train between Greater Manchester and Porthcawl?

No, there is no direct train from Greater Manchester to Porthcawl. However, there are services departing from Manchester Piccadilly and arriving at Bridgend via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 27m.

How far is it from Greater Manchester to Porthcawl?

The distance between Greater Manchester and Porthcawl is 199 miles. The road distance is 188.8 miles.

How do I travel from Greater Manchester to Porthcawl without a car?

The best way to get from Greater Manchester to Porthcawl without a car is to train which takes 5h 27m and costs £75 - £140.

How long does it take to get from Greater Manchester to Porthcawl?

It takes approximately 5h 27m to get from Greater Manchester to Porthcawl, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Greater Manchester to Porthcawl bus from?

Greater Manchester to Porthcawl bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Greater Manchester to Porthcawl train from?

Greater Manchester to Porthcawl train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.

Train, bus or fly from Greater Manchester to Porthcawl?

The best way to get from Greater Manchester to Porthcawl is to train which takes 5h 27m and costs £75 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £100 and takes 7h 28m, you could also fly, which costs £50 - £230 and takes 7h 25m.

Where does the Greater Manchester to Porthcawl bus arrive?

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

Where does the Greater Manchester to Porthcawl train arrive?

Greater Manchester to Porthcawl train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Bridgend station.

Can I drive from Greater Manchester to Porthcawl?

Yes, the driving distance between Greater Manchester to Porthcawl is 189 miles. It takes approximately 4h 6m to drive from Greater Manchester to Porthcawl.

Where can I stay near Porthcawl?

There are 967+ hotels available in Porthcawl.

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

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There are 5 ways to get from Greater Manchester to Porthcawl by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Bridgendtrain Manchester Piccadilly - Milford Haven / ...
5h 27m
£80–137
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Sophia Gardensbus Cpa
7h 28m
£43–100
Drive 187.7 mi
1. Drive from Greater Manchester to Porthcawlcar 187.7 mi
4h 6m
£46–66
Fly
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)plane MAN - CWL
7h 25m
£54–226
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Centraltrain
3. Take the bus from Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 2 to Porthcawl Metrolink 4bus X2
7h 9m
£89–155

Greater Manchester to Porthcawl by bus, foot, and train

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Distance: 198.3 mi
Duration: 5h 27m

What companies run services between Greater Manchester, England and Porthcawl, Wales?

Transport for Wales operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Bridgend every 4 hours. Tickets cost £75–130 and the journey takes 3h 39m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Sophia Gardens once daily. Tickets cost £35–85 and the journey takes 4h 10m.

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