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

The cheapest way to get from Lincoln to Porthcawl is to bus which costs £45 - £110 and takes 8h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lincoln to Porthcawl is to drive which takes 3h 51m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Lincoln and Porthcawl?

No, there is no direct bus from Lincoln station to Porthcawl. However, there are services departing from Rail Station Car Park and arriving at John Street via Birmingham Coach Station and Sarn Odeon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 41m.

Is there a direct train between Lincoln and Porthcawl?

No, there is no direct train from Lincoln to Porthcawl. However, there are services departing from Lincoln Central and arriving at Bridgend via Derby and Bristol Parkway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 5m.

How far is it from Lincoln to Porthcawl?

The distance between Lincoln and Porthcawl is 236 miles. The road distance is 217 miles.

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

The best way to get from Lincoln to Porthcawl without a car is to train which takes 6h 5m and costs £110 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 6h 5m to get from Lincoln to Porthcawl, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lincoln to Porthcawl bus from?

Lincoln to Porthcawl bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Rail Station Car Park.

Where do I catch the Lincoln to Porthcawl train from?

Lincoln to Porthcawl train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Lincoln Central station.

Train or bus from Lincoln to Porthcawl?

The best way to get from Lincoln to Porthcawl is to train which takes 6h 5m and costs £110 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £110 and takes 8h 41m.

Where does the Lincoln to Porthcawl bus arrive?

Lincoln to Porthcawl bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Lincoln to Porthcawl train arrive?

Lincoln to Porthcawl train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Derby station.

Can I drive from Lincoln to Porthcawl?

Yes, the driving distance between Lincoln to Porthcawl is 217 miles. It takes approximately 3h 51m to drive from Lincoln to Porthcawl.

Where can I stay near Porthcawl?

There are 967+ hotels available in Porthcawl.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Lincoln Central to Derbytrain
2. Take the train from Derby to Bristol Parkwaytrain
3. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Bridgendtrain
6h 5m
£115–182
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Rail Station Car Park to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 151
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Sarn Odeonbus 112
8h 41m
£45–106
Drive 215.7 mi
1. Drive from Lincoln to Porthcawlcar 215.7 mi
3h 51m
£53–76
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Lincoln Central to Nottinghamtrain
2. Take the train from Nottingham to Cardiff Centraltrain
3. Take the bus from Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 2 to Porthcawl Metrolink 4bus X2
7h 9m
£111–159

Lincoln to Porthcawl by train and bus

106Weekly Services

6h 5mAverage Duration

£115Cheapest Price

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Distance: 235.1 mi
Duration: 6h 5m

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

You can take a train from Lincoln Central to Northways via Derby, Bristol Parkway, Bridgend, and Bridgend Bus Station Stand 5 in around 6h 5m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Rail Station Car Park to John Street via Birmingham Coach Station and Sarn Odeon in around 8h 41m.

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