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

The cheapest way to get from Porthcawl to Birmingham is to bus which costs £30 - £70 and takes 5h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Porthcawl to Birmingham is to drive which takes 2h 21m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Porthcawl and Birmingham?

No, there is no direct bus from Porthcawl to Birmingham station. However, there are services departing from Griffin Park and arriving at Birmingham Coach Station via Bridgend Bus Station Stand 6 and Sarn Odeon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Porthcawl and Birmingham?

No, there is no direct train from Porthcawl to Birmingham. However, there are services departing from Bridgend and arriving at Birmingham New Street via Bristol Parkway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 30m.

How far is it from Porthcawl to Birmingham?

The distance between Porthcawl and Birmingham is 145 miles. The road distance is 130.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Porthcawl to Birmingham without a car is to train which takes 3h 30m and costs £70 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 3h 30m to get from Porthcawl to Birmingham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Porthcawl to Birmingham bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Porthcawl to Birmingham train from?

Porthcawl to Birmingham train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Bridgend station.

Train or bus from Porthcawl to Birmingham?

The best way to get from Porthcawl to Birmingham is to train which takes 3h 30m and costs £70 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £70 and takes 5h 2m.

Where does the Porthcawl to Birmingham bus arrive?

Porthcawl to Birmingham bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Porthcawl to Birmingham train arrive?

Porthcawl to Birmingham train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Bristol Parkway station.

Can I drive from Porthcawl to Birmingham?

Yes, the driving distance between Porthcawl to Birmingham is 130 miles. It takes approximately 2h 21m to drive from Porthcawl to Birmingham.

Where can I stay near Birmingham?

There are 3334+ hotels available in Birmingham.

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

How to get fromPorthcawl to Birmingham

Travel from

See all options

Search accommodation with Expedia

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Bridgend to Bristol Parkwaytrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Birmingham New Streettrain Bristol Temple Meads - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
3h 30m
£72–114
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sarn Odeon to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 112
5h 2m
£30–67
Drive 129.4 mi
1. Drive from Porthcawl to Birminghamcar 129.4 mi
2h 21m
£32–46
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Porthcawl Library to Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 2bus X2
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New Streettrain Cardiff Central - Nottingham / ...
4h 34m
£58–88
Bus, train via Hereford
1. Take the bus from Porthcawl Library to Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 2bus X2
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Herefordtrain
3. Take the train from Hereford to Birmingham New Streettrain
5h 30m
£43–93

Porthcawl to Birmingham by bus and train

150Weekly Services

3h 30mAverage Duration

£72Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Porthcawl to Birmingham.

Launch map view

Distance: 143.9 mi
Duration: 3h 30m

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

You can take a bus from Northways to Birmingham New Street via Bridgend Bus Station Stand 9, Bridgend, and Bristol Parkway in around 3h 30m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Sarn Odeon to Birmingham Coach Station twice daily. Tickets cost £24–60 and the journey takes 3h 25m.

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around United Kingdom

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.