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

The cheapest way to get from Holyhead to Porthcawl is to drive which costs £45 - £70 and takes 4h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Holyhead to Porthcawl is to drive which takes 4h 16m and costs £45 - £70.

How far is it from Holyhead to Porthcawl?

The distance between Holyhead and Porthcawl is 262 miles. The road distance is 186.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Holyhead to Porthcawl without a car is to train and bus which takes 6h 50m and costs £95 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 6h 50m to get from Holyhead to Porthcawl, including transfers.

Can I drive from Holyhead to Porthcawl?

Yes, the driving distance between Holyhead to Porthcawl is 187 miles. It takes approximately 4h 16m to drive from Holyhead to Porthcawl.

Where can I stay near Porthcawl?

There are 957+ hotels available in Porthcawl.

Holyhead to Porthcawl - 2 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 2 ways to get from Holyhead to Porthcawl by train, bus, or car

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Holyhead to Cardiff Centraltrain Holyhead - Cardiff Central
2. Take the bus from Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 2 to Porthcawl Metrolink 4bus X2
6h 50m
£96–162
Drive 185.5 mi
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1. Drive from Holyhead to Porthcawlcar 185.5 mi
4h 16m
£46–66

Holyhead to Porthcawl by train and bus

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6h 50mAverage Duration

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Distance: 260.4 mi
Duration: 6h 50m

What companies run services between Holyhead, Wales and Porthcawl, Wales?

There is no direct connection from Holyhead to Porthcawl. However, you can take the train to Cardiff Central, walk to Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 2, then take the bus to Porthcawl Metrolink 4. Alternatively, you can drive from Holyhead to Porthcawl in around 4h 16m.

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