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

The cheapest way to get from Nottingham to Porthcawl is to bus which costs £30 - £55 and takes 6h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Nottingham to Porthcawl is to drive which takes 3h 8m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Nottingham and Porthcawl?

No, there is no direct bus from Nottingham station to Porthcawl. However, there are services departing from Broad Marsh Bus Station and arriving at John Street via Sophia Gardens and Sarn Odeon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 59m.

Is there a direct train between Nottingham and Porthcawl?

No, there is no direct train from Nottingham to Porthcawl. However, there are services departing from Nottingham and arriving at Bridgend via Derby and Bristol Parkway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 21m.

How far is it from Nottingham to Porthcawl?

The distance between Nottingham and Porthcawl is 203 miles. The road distance is 181.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Nottingham to Porthcawl without a car is to train via Bristol which takes 5h 21m and costs £75 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 5h 21m to get from Nottingham to Porthcawl, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Nottingham to Porthcawl bus from?

Nottingham to Porthcawl bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Broad Marsh Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Nottingham to Porthcawl train from?

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

Train or bus from Nottingham to Porthcawl?

The best way to get from Nottingham to Porthcawl is to train via Bristol which takes 5h 21m and costs £75 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £55 and takes 6h 59m.

Where does the Nottingham to Porthcawl bus arrive?

Nottingham to Porthcawl bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Sophia Gardens station.

Where does the Nottingham to Porthcawl train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Nottingham to Porthcawl?

Yes, the driving distance between Nottingham to Porthcawl is 182 miles. It takes approximately 3h 8m to drive from Nottingham to Porthcawl.

Where can I stay near Porthcawl?

There are 960+ hotels available in Porthcawl.

Nottingham to Porthcawl - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Nottingham to Porthcawl by train, bus, or car

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Train via Bristol
best
1. Take the train from Derby to Bristol Parkwaytrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Bridgendtrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
5h 21m
£77–135
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Broad Marsh Bus Station to Sophia Gardensbus Cp2
6h 59m
£35–53
Drive 180.9 mi
1. Drive from Nottingham to Porthcawlcar 180.9 mi
3h 8m
£46–66
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Nottingham to Cardiff Centraltrain Nottingham - Cardiff Central
2. Take the bus from Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 2 to Porthcawl Metrolink 4bus X2
5h 35m
£75–109
Train
1. Take the train from Nottingham to Crewetrain Lincoln Central - Crewe / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Bridgendtrain Manchester Piccadilly - Milford Haven / ...
6h 57m
£83–130

Nottingham to Porthcawl by train and bus

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5h 21mAverage Duration

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Distance: 201.4 mi
Duration: 5h 21m

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

You can take a train from Nottingham to Northways via Derby, Bristol Parkway, Bridgend, and Bridgend Bus Station Stand 5 in around 5h 21m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Broad Marsh Bus Station to Sophia Gardens once a week. Tickets cost £28–45 and the journey takes 4h 40m.

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