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

The cheapest way to get from Pontypool to Porthcawl is to bus which costs £8 - £11 and takes 4h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Pontypool to Porthcawl is to drive which takes 51 min and costs £11 - £16.

Is there a direct bus between Pontypool and Porthcawl?

No, there is no direct bus from Pontypool to Porthcawl. However, there are services departing from Park Road and arriving at John Street via Kingsway K14 and Sarn Odeon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 3m.

How far is it from Pontypool to Porthcawl?

The distance between Pontypool and Porthcawl is 58 miles. The road distance is 44.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Pontypool to Porthcawl without a car is to train and line 63 bus which takes 3h 10m and costs £18 - £35.

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

It takes approximately 3h 10m to get from Pontypool to Porthcawl, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pontypool to Porthcawl bus from?

Pontypool to Porthcawl bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, depart from Park Road station.

Where does the Pontypool to Porthcawl bus arrive?

Pontypool to Porthcawl bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, arrive at Market Square 15A station.

Can I drive from Pontypool to Porthcawl?

Yes, the driving distance between Pontypool to Porthcawl is 44 miles. It takes approximately 51 min to drive from Pontypool to Porthcawl.

Where can I stay near Porthcawl?

There are 964+ hotels available in Porthcawl.

Pontypool to Porthcawl - 5 ways to travel via train, line 63 bus, car, and taxi

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

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Train, line 63 bus
best
1. Take the train from Cwmbran to Bridgendtrain Manchester Piccadilly - Milford Haven / ...
2. Take the bus from Bridgend Bus Station Stand 6 to John Streetbus 63 / ...
3h 10m
£19–31
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Town Hall 2 to Market Square 15Abus X24 / ...
2. Take the bus from Friars Walk 15 to Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 14bus 30
3. Take the bus from Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 2 to Porthcawl Metrolink 4bus X2
4h 34m
£9–10
Drive 43.8 mi
1. Drive from Pontypool to Porthcawlcar 43.8 mi
51 min
£11–16
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Pontypool to Porthcawltaxi 43.8 mi
51 min
£190–230
Bus, line 63 bus
1. Take the bus from Park Road to Market Square 15Abus X24
2. Take the bus from Kingsway K14 to Sarn Odeonbus 201 / ...
3. Take the bus from Sarn Odeon to John Streetbus 63 / ...
4h 3m
£12–17

Pontypool to Porthcawl by bus and train

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Distance: 57.9 mi
Duration: 3h 10m

What companies run services between Pontypool, Wales and Porthcawl, Wales?

You can take a bus from Park Road to John Street via Market Square 15A, Kingsway K14, and Sarn Odeon in around 4h 3m.

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