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How to get fromPenarth to Porthcawlby train, bus, car, or taxi

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There are 3 ways to get from Penarth to Porthcawl by train, bus, car, or taxi

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  1. Train, bus

    best
    1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bridgendtrain train Ebbw Vale Town - Maesteg / ...
    2. Take the bus from Bridgend Bus Station Stand 5 to Northwaysbus bus X2
    1h 21m
    £12–24

  2. Drive 28.6 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Penarth to Porthcawlcar car 28.6 mi
    36 min
    £7–11

  3. Taxi

    1. Take the taxi from Penarth to Porthcawltaxi taxi 28.6 mi
    36 min
    £60–75

Penarth to Porthcawl by train and bus

Calendar379Weekly Services
Duration1h 21mAverage Duration
Ticket£12Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 31.5 mi
  • Duration: 1h 21m

What companies run services between Penarth, Vale of Glamorgan, Wales and Porthcawl, Wales?

There is no direct connection from Penarth to Porthcawl. However, you can take the train to Cardiff Central, take the train to Bridgend, walk to Bridgend Bus Station Stand 5, then take the bus to Northways. Alternatively, you can drive from Penarth to Porthcawl in around 36 min.

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