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

The cheapest way to get from Maidstone to Porthcawl is to train and bus which costs £40 - £70 and takes 7h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Maidstone to Porthcawl is to drive which takes 3h 37m and costs £50 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Maidstone and Porthcawl?

No, there is no direct bus from Maidstone to Porthcawl. However, there are services departing from King Street and arriving at John Street via London Victoria and Sarn Odeon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 31m.

Is there a direct train between Maidstone and Porthcawl?

No, there is no direct train from Maidstone to Porthcawl. However, there are services departing from Maidstone East and arriving at Bridgend via Charing Cross station and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 37m.

How far is it from Maidstone to Porthcawl?

The distance between Maidstone and Porthcawl is 215 miles. The road distance is 208.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Maidstone to Porthcawl without a car is to train which takes 4h 37m and costs £90 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 4h 37m to get from Maidstone to Porthcawl, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Maidstone to Porthcawl bus from?

Maidstone to Porthcawl bus services, operated by National Express, depart from King Street station.

Where do I catch the Maidstone to Porthcawl train from?

Maidstone to Porthcawl train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Maidstone East station.

Train or bus from Maidstone to Porthcawl?

The best way to get from Maidstone to Porthcawl is to train which takes 4h 37m and costs £90 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £110 and takes 7h 31m.

Where does the Maidstone to Porthcawl bus arrive?

Maidstone to Porthcawl bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria station.

Where does the Maidstone to Porthcawl train arrive?

Maidstone to Porthcawl train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at London Charing Cross station.

Can I drive from Maidstone to Porthcawl?

Yes, the driving distance between Maidstone to Porthcawl is 208 miles. It takes approximately 3h 37m to drive from Maidstone to Porthcawl.

Where can I stay near Porthcawl?

There are 950+ hotels available in Porthcawl.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Maidstone East to London Charing Crosstrain Maidstone East - London Charing Cross / ...
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Bridgendtrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
4h 37m
£94–185
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from King Street to London Victoriabus 814
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Sarn Odeonbus 507 / ...
7h 31m
£40–106
Drive 207 mi
1. Drive from Maidstone to Porthcawlcar 207 mi
3h 37m
£52–75
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Maidstone East to London Victoriatrain
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Cardiff North Roadbus
3. Take the bus from Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 2 to Porthcawl Metrolink 4bus X2
7h 31m
£40–68

Maidstone to Porthcawl by train, foot, and bus

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Distance: 213.7 mi
Duration: 4h 37m

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

You can take a train from Maidstone East to Northways via London Charing Cross, Charing Cross station, Paddington station, London Paddington, Bridgend, and Bridgend Bus Station Stand 5 in around 4h 37m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from King Street to John Street via London Victoria and Sarn Odeon in around 7h 31m.

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