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

The cheapest way to get from Loughborough to Porthcawl is to bus which costs £35 - £90 and takes 8h.

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

The fastest way to get from Loughborough to Porthcawl is to drive which takes 3h 2m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Loughborough and Porthcawl?

No, there is no direct bus from Loughborough to Porthcawl. However, there are services departing from Lemyngton Street and arriving at John Street via St Margaret's Bus Station, Birmingham Coach Station and Sarn Odeon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h.

Is there a direct train between Loughborough and Porthcawl?

No, there is no direct train from Loughborough to Porthcawl. However, there are services departing from Loughborough (Leics) and arriving at Bridgend via Derby and Bristol Parkway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 53m.

How far is it from Loughborough to Porthcawl?

The distance between Loughborough and Porthcawl is 204 miles. The road distance is 172.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Loughborough to Porthcawl without a car is to train which takes 4h 53m and costs £95 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 4h 53m to get from Loughborough to Porthcawl, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Loughborough to Porthcawl bus from?

Loughborough to Porthcawl bus services, operated by National Express, depart from St Margaret's Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Loughborough to Porthcawl train from?

Loughborough to Porthcawl train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Derby station.

Train or bus from Loughborough to Porthcawl?

The best way to get from Loughborough to Porthcawl is to train which takes 4h 53m and costs £95 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £90 and takes 8h.

Where does the Loughborough to Porthcawl bus arrive?

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

Where does the Loughborough to Porthcawl train arrive?

Loughborough to Porthcawl train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Bristol Parkway station.

Can I drive from Loughborough to Porthcawl?

Yes, the driving distance between Loughborough to Porthcawl is 173 miles. It takes approximately 3h 2m to drive from Loughborough to Porthcawl.

Where can I stay near Porthcawl?

There are 960+ hotels available in Porthcawl.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Derby to Bristol Parkwaytrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Bridgendtrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
4h 53m
£98–158
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 777 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Sarn Odeonbus 112
8h
£38–87
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Shelthorpe Road to Railway Stationbus Sky
2. Take the train from Derby to Cardiff Centraltrain
3. Take the bus from Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 2 to Porthcawl Metrolink 4bus X2
6h 49m
£86–127
Drive 171.6 mi
1. Drive from Loughborough to Porthcawlcar 171.6 mi
3h 2m
£42–61

Loughborough to Porthcawl by train and bus

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4h 53mAverage Duration

£98Cheapest Price

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Distance: 202.4 mi
Duration: 4h 53m

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

You can take a train from Loughborough (Leics) to Northways via Derby, Bristol Parkway, Bridgend, and Bridgend Bus Station Stand 5 in around 4h 53m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Lemyngton Street to John Street via St Margaret's Bus Station, Birmingham Coach Station, and Sarn Odeon in around 8h.

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