What is the cheapest way to get from Newcastle-under-Lyme to Porthcawl?

The cheapest way to get from Newcastle-under-Lyme to Porthcawl is to bus which costs £30 - £75 and takes 6h 23m.

What is the fastest way to get from Newcastle-under-Lyme to Porthcawl?

The fastest way to get from Newcastle-under-Lyme to Porthcawl is to drive which takes 2h 53m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Newcastle-under-Lyme and Porthcawl?

No, there is no direct bus from Newcastle-under-Lyme to Porthcawl. However, there are services departing from Stoke-on-Trent and arriving at John Street via Newhall Street, Lordswood Road and Sarn Odeon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 23m.

Is there a direct train between Newcastle-under-Lyme and Porthcawl?

No, there is no direct train from Newcastle-under-Lyme to Porthcawl. However, there are services departing from Stoke-on-Trent and arriving at Bridgend via Bristol Parkway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 5m.

How far is it from Newcastle-under-Lyme to Porthcawl?

The distance between Newcastle-under-Lyme and Porthcawl is 190 miles. The road distance is 167.1 miles.

How do I travel from Newcastle-under-Lyme to Porthcawl without a car?

The best way to get from Newcastle-under-Lyme to Porthcawl without a car is to train via Bristol which takes 4h 5m and costs £90 - £150.

How long does it take to get from Newcastle-under-Lyme to Porthcawl?

It takes approximately 4h 5m to get from Newcastle-under-Lyme to Porthcawl, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Newcastle-under-Lyme to Porthcawl bus from?

Newcastle-under-Lyme to Porthcawl bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Stoke-on-Trent station.

Where do I catch the Newcastle-under-Lyme to Porthcawl train from?

Newcastle-under-Lyme to Porthcawl train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Stoke-on-Trent station.

Train or bus from Newcastle-under-Lyme to Porthcawl?

The best way to get from Newcastle-under-Lyme to Porthcawl is to train via Bristol which takes 4h 5m and costs £90 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £75 and takes 6h 23m.

Where does the Newcastle-under-Lyme to Porthcawl bus arrive?

Newcastle-under-Lyme to Porthcawl bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway station.

Where does the Newcastle-under-Lyme to Porthcawl train arrive?

Newcastle-under-Lyme to Porthcawl train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Bristol Parkway station.

Can I drive from Newcastle-under-Lyme to Porthcawl?

Yes, the driving distance between Newcastle-under-Lyme to Porthcawl is 167 miles. It takes approximately 2h 53m to drive from Newcastle-under-Lyme to Porthcawl.

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Newcastle-under-Lyme to Porthcawl - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Newcastle-under-Lyme to Porthcawl by train, bus, or car

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Train via Bristol
best
1. Take the train from Stoke-on-Trent to Bristol Parkwaytrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bristol Temple Meads / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Bridgendtrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
4h 5m
£94–147
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Stoke-on-Trent to Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queenswaybus Uk076 / ...
2. Take the bus from Lordswood Road to Sarn Odeonbus 112
6h 23m
£34–75
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Dartmouth Avenue to Railway Stationbus 64
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Cardiff Centraltrain
3. Take the bus from Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 2 to Porthcawl Metrolink 4bus X2
5h 48m
Drive 166.2 mi
1. Drive from Newcastle-under-Lyme to Porthcawlcar 166.2 mi
2h 53m
£41–58
Train
1. Take the train from Crewe to Bridgendtrain Manchester Piccadilly - Haverfordwest / ...
5h 50m
£67–114

Newcastle-under-Lyme to Porthcawl by train and bus

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Distance: 188.7 mi
Duration: 4h 5m

What companies run services between Newcastle-under-Lyme, England and Porthcawl, Wales?

You can take a train from Stoke-on-Trent to Northways via Bristol Parkway, Bridgend, and Bridgend Bus Station Stand 5 in around 4h 5m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Stoke-on-Trent to John Street via Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway, Newhall Street, Lordswood Road, and Sarn Odeon in around 6h 23m.

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