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

The cheapest way to get from Ilfracombe to Porthcawl is to bus which costs £35 - £85 and takes 8h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ilfracombe to Porthcawl is to drive which takes 3h 12m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Ilfracombe and Porthcawl?

No, there is no direct bus from Ilfracombe to Porthcawl. However, there are services departing from Garage and arriving at John Street via Bus Station, Bus Station and Sarn Odeon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 44m.

How far is it from Ilfracombe to Porthcawl?

The distance between Ilfracombe and Porthcawl is 197 miles. The road distance is 146.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ilfracombe to Porthcawl without a car is to train and bus which takes 8h 4m and costs £70 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 8h 4m to get from Ilfracombe to Porthcawl, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ilfracombe to Porthcawl bus from?

Ilfracombe to Porthcawl bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Where does the Ilfracombe to Porthcawl bus arrive?

Ilfracombe to Porthcawl bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bus Station.

Can I drive from Ilfracombe to Porthcawl?

Yes, the driving distance between Ilfracombe to Porthcawl is 146 miles. It takes approximately 3h 12m to drive from Ilfracombe to Porthcawl.

Where can I stay near Porthcawl?

There are 963+ hotels available in Porthcawl.

Ilfracombe to Porthcawl - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Cardiff Centraltrain
3. Take the bus from Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 2 to Porthcawl Metrolink 4bus X2
8h 4m
£73–141
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 502 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Sarn Odeonbus 202 / ...
8h 44m
£36–81
Drive 145.6 mi
1. Drive from Ilfracombe to Porthcawlcar 145.6 mi
3h 12m
£36–52

Ilfracombe to Porthcawl by bus and train

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8h 4mAverage Duration

£73Cheapest Price

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Distance: 195.7 mi
Duration: 8h 4m

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

You can take a bus from Garage to John Street via Queen Street, Bus Station, Bus Station, and Sarn Odeon in around 8h 44m.

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