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

The cheapest way to get from Porthcawl to Barnstaple is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 2h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Porthcawl to Barnstaple is to drive which takes 2h 38m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Porthcawl and Barnstaple?

No, there is no direct bus from Porthcawl to Barnstaple station. However, there are services departing from Porthcawl Library and arriving at Bus Station via Bridgend Bus Station Stand 6, Sarn Odeon and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 16m.

How far is it from Porthcawl to Barnstaple?

The distance between Porthcawl and Barnstaple is 189 miles. The road distance is 147.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Porthcawl to Barnstaple without a car is to bus and train which takes 7h 7m and costs £70 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 7h 7m to get from Porthcawl to Barnstaple, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Porthcawl to Barnstaple bus from?

Porthcawl to Barnstaple bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sarn Odeon station.

Where does the Porthcawl to Barnstaple bus arrive?

Porthcawl to Barnstaple bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bus Station.

Can I drive from Porthcawl to Barnstaple?

Yes, the driving distance between Porthcawl to Barnstaple is 148 miles. It takes approximately 2h 38m to drive from Porthcawl to Barnstaple.

Where can I stay near Barnstaple?

There are 2397+ hotels available in Barnstaple.

Porthcawl to Barnstaple - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Porthcawl Library to Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 2bus X2
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
7h 7m
£70–138
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1. Take the bus from Sarn Odeon to Bus Stationbus 202 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 502 / ...
8h 16m
£36–84
Drive 146.7 mi
1. Drive from Porthcawl to Barnstaplecar 146.7 mi
2h 38m
£36–52

Porthcawl to Barnstaple by bus and train

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7h 7mAverage Duration

£70Cheapest Price

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Distance: 187.8 mi
Duration: 7h 7m

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

You can take a bus from Porthcawl Library to Bus Station via Bridgend Bus Station Stand 6, Sarn Odeon, and Bus Station in around 8h 16m.

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