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 £11 - £17 and takes 2h 52m.

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 £10 - £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 Town Hall 2 and arriving at Porthcawl Metrolink 4 via Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 52m.

How far is it from Pontypool to Porthcawl?

The distance between Pontypool and Porthcawl is 50 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 bus and train which takes 2h 31m and costs £18 - £30.

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

It takes approximately 2h 31m 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 First South & West Wales, depart from Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 2 station.

Where does the Pontypool to Porthcawl bus arrive?

Pontypool to Porthcawl bus services, operated by First South & West Wales, arrive at Porthcawl Metrolink 4 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 956+ hotels available in Porthcawl.

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

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

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Town Hall 2 to Trussel Roadbus X24 / ...
2. Take the train from Cwmbran to Bridgendtrain
3. Take the bus from Bridgend Bus Station Stand 5 to Northwaysbus X2
2h 31m
£18–29
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 2 to Porthcawl Metrolink 4bus X2
2h 52m
£11–16
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 / ...
3h 23m
£12–17

Pontypool to Porthcawl by bus and train

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2h 31mAverage Duration

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Distance: 50.2 mi
Duration: 2h 31m

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

First South & West Wales operates a bus from Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 2 to Porthcawl Metrolink 4 every 15 minutes. Tickets cost £3 and the journey takes 1h 34m.

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