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

The cheapest way to get from Plymouth to Porthcawl is to bus which costs £21 - £45 and takes 7h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Plymouth to Porthcawl is to drive which takes 3h 1m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Plymouth and Porthcawl?

No, there is no direct bus from Plymouth station to Porthcawl. However, there are services departing from Plymouth Coach Station and arriving at John Street via Bus Station and Sarn Odeon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 11m.

Is there a direct train between Plymouth and Porthcawl?

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

How far is it from Plymouth to Porthcawl?

The distance between Plymouth and Porthcawl is 195 miles. The road distance is 171.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Plymouth to Porthcawl without a car is to train which takes 4h 4m and costs £80 - £170.

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

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

Where do I catch the Plymouth to Porthcawl bus from?

Plymouth to Porthcawl bus services, operated by Stagecoach South West, depart from Plymouth Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Plymouth to Porthcawl train from?

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

Train or bus from Plymouth to Porthcawl?

The best way to get from Plymouth to Porthcawl is to train which takes 4h 4m and costs £80 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £21 - £45 and takes 7h 11m.

Where does the Plymouth to Porthcawl bus arrive?

Plymouth to Porthcawl bus services, operated by Stagecoach South West, arrive at Cabot Circus station.

Where does the Plymouth to Porthcawl train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Plymouth to Porthcawl?

Yes, the driving distance between Plymouth to Porthcawl is 172 miles. It takes approximately 3h 1m to drive from Plymouth to Porthcawl.

Where can I stay near Porthcawl?

There are 960+ hotels available in Porthcawl.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Plymouth to Bristol Parkwaytrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Bridgendtrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
4h 4m
£84–162
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Plymouth Coach Station to Cabot Circusbus Fal
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Sarn Odeonbus 202 / ...
7h 11m
£21–41
Drive 170.9 mi
1. Drive from Plymouth to Porthcawlcar 170.9 mi
3h 1m
£42–60
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Plymouth to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Cardiff Centraltrain
3. Take the bus from Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 2 to Porthcawl Metrolink 4bus X2
6h 17m
£76–146

Plymouth to Porthcawl by train and bus

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4h 4mAverage Duration

£84Cheapest Price

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Distance: 193.6 mi
Duration: 4h 4m

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

You can take a train from Plymouth to Northways via Bristol Parkway, Bridgend, and Bridgend Bus Station Stand 5 in around 4h 4m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Plymouth Coach Station to John Street via Cabot Circus, Bus Station, and Sarn Odeon in around 7h 11m.

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