What is the cheapest way to get from Port Talbot to Porthcawl?

The cheapest way to get from Port Talbot to Porthcawl is to drive which costs £2 - £4 and takes 14 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Port Talbot to Porthcawl?

The fastest way to get from Port Talbot to Porthcawl is to taxi which takes 14 min and costs £50 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Port Talbot and Porthcawl?

No, there is no direct bus from Port Talbot station to Porthcawl. However, there are services departing from Bridgend Bus Station Stand 6 and arriving at John Street via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 16m.

How far is it from Port Talbot to Porthcawl?

The distance between Port Talbot and Porthcawl is 20 miles. The road distance is 10.9 miles.

How do I travel from Port Talbot to Porthcawl without a car?

The best way to get from Port Talbot to Porthcawl without a car is to train and bus which takes 58 min and costs £7 - £14.

How long does it take to get from Port Talbot to Porthcawl?

It takes approximately 58 min to get from Port Talbot to Porthcawl, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Port Talbot to Porthcawl bus from?

Port Talbot to Porthcawl bus services, operated by First South & West Wales, depart from Bridgend Bus Station Stand 6.

Where does the Port Talbot to Porthcawl bus arrive?

Port Talbot to Porthcawl bus services, operated by First South & West Wales, arrive at John Street station.

Can I drive from Port Talbot to Porthcawl?

Yes, the driving distance between Port Talbot to Porthcawl is 11 miles. It takes approximately 14 min to drive from Port Talbot to Porthcawl.

Where can I stay near Porthcawl?

There are 962+ hotels available in Porthcawl.

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

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

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Port Talbot Parkway to Bridgendtrain Milford Haven - Shrewsbury / ...
2. Take the bus from Bridgend Bus Station Stand 5 to Northwaysbus X2
58 min
£7–14
Drive 10.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Port Talbot to Porthcawlcar 10.8 mi
14 min
£3–4
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Port Talbot to Porthcawltaxi 10.8 mi
14 min
£50–65
Line 63 bus
1. Take the bus from Bridgend Bus Station Stand 6 to John Streetbus 63 / ...
1h 16m
£7–12
Bus
1. Take the bus from Port Talbot Parkway 4 to Bridgend Bus Station Stand 11bus X1
2. Take the bus from Bridgend Bus Station Stand 5 to Porthcawl Metrolink 4bus X2
1h 30m
£6–8

Port Talbot to Porthcawl by train and bus

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Distance: 19.9 mi
Duration: 58 min

What companies run services between Port Talbot, Wales and Porthcawl, Wales?

First South & West Wales operates a bus from Bridgend Bus Station Stand 6 to John Street every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £3 and the journey takes 54 min.

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