What is the cheapest way to get from London Bridge (Station) to Porthcawl?

The cheapest way to get from London Bridge (Station) to Porthcawl is to bus via Cardiff which costs £23 - £40 and takes 8h 8m.

What is the fastest way to get from London Bridge (Station) to Porthcawl?

The fastest way to get from London Bridge (Station) to Porthcawl is to drive which takes 3h 15m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between London Bridge (Station) and Porthcawl?

No, there is no direct bus from London Bridge (Station) to Porthcawl. However, there are services departing from Southwark St /Blackfriars Road and arriving at John Street via London Victoria and Sarn Odeon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 39m.

Is there a direct train between London Bridge (Station) and Porthcawl?

No, there is no direct train from London Bridge (Station) station to Porthcawl. However, there are services departing from London Bridge Station and arriving at Bridgend via Bond Street Station and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 36m.

How far is it from London Bridge (Station) to Porthcawl?

The distance between London Bridge (Station) and Porthcawl is 178 miles. The road distance is 173.5 miles.

How do I travel from London Bridge (Station) to Porthcawl without a car?

The best way to get from London Bridge (Station) to Porthcawl without a car is to train which takes 3h 36m and costs £75 - £160.

How long does it take to get from London Bridge (Station) to Porthcawl?

It takes approximately 3h 36m to get from London Bridge (Station) to Porthcawl, including transfers.

Where do I catch the London Bridge (Station) to Porthcawl bus from?

London Bridge (Station) to Porthcawl bus services, operated by National Express, depart from London Victoria station.

Where do I catch the London Bridge (Station) to Porthcawl train from?

London Bridge (Station) to Porthcawl train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from London Paddington station.

Train or bus from London Bridge (Station) to Porthcawl?

The best way to get from London Bridge (Station) to Porthcawl is to train which takes 3h 36m and costs £75 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £85 and takes 6h 39m.

Where does the London Bridge (Station) to Porthcawl bus arrive?

London Bridge (Station) to Porthcawl bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Sarn Odeon station.

Where does the London Bridge (Station) to Porthcawl train arrive?

London Bridge (Station) to Porthcawl train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Bridgend station.

Can I drive from London Bridge (Station) to Porthcawl?

Yes, the driving distance between London Bridge (Station) to Porthcawl is 173 miles. It takes approximately 3h 15m to drive from London Bridge (Station) to Porthcawl.

Where can I stay near Porthcawl?

There are 960+ hotels available in Porthcawl.

London Bridge (Station) to Porthcawl - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from London Bridge (Station) to Porthcawl by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from London Paddington to Bridgendtrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
3h 36m
£77–158
Bus via Cardiff
cheapest
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to Cardiff North Roadbus Uk042 / ...
2. Take the bus from Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 2 to Porthcawl Metrolink 4bus X2
8h 8m
£24–36
Bus
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to Sarn Odeonbus 507 / ...
6h 39m
£34–84
Drive 172.5 mi
1. Drive from London Bridge (Station) to Porthcawlcar 172.5 mi
3h 15m
£42–61

London Bridge (Station) to Porthcawl by foot and bus

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Distance: 177 mi
Duration: 3h 36m

What companies run services between London Bridge (Station), Greater London, England and Porthcawl, Wales?

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from London Paddington to Bridgend hourly. Tickets cost £70–140 and the journey takes 2h 18m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from London Victoria to Sarn Odeon every 3 hours. Tickets cost £30–80 and the journey takes 4h 10m.

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