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

The cheapest way to get from Porthcawl to Cardiff is to bus which costs £3 and takes 1h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Porthcawl to Cardiff is to drive which takes 38 min and costs £6 - £10.

Is there a direct bus between Porthcawl and Cardiff?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Porthcawl Library and arriving at Despenser Gardens. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 40m.

How far is it from Porthcawl to Cardiff?

The distance between Porthcawl and Cardiff is 27 miles. The road distance is 25.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Porthcawl to Cardiff without a car is to bus and train which takes 1h 1m and costs £11 - £23.

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

It takes approximately 1h 1m to get from Porthcawl to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Porthcawl to Cardiff bus from?

Porthcawl to Cardiff bus services, operated by First South & West Wales, depart from Porthcawl Library station.

Where does the Porthcawl to Cardiff bus arrive?

Porthcawl to Cardiff bus services, operated by First South & West Wales, arrive at Despenser Gardens station.

Can I drive from Porthcawl to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Porthcawl to Cardiff is 26 miles. It takes approximately 38 min to drive from Porthcawl to Cardiff.

Where can I stay near Cardiff?

There are 1710+ hotels available in Cardiff.

Porthcawl to Cardiff - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Porthcawl to Cardiff by bus, train, car, or taxi

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Northways to Bridgend Bus Station Stand 9bus X2
2. Take the train from Bridgend to Cardiff Centraltrain Maesteg - Ebbw Vale Town / ...
1h 1m
£11–22
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Porthcawl Library to Despenser Gardensbus X2
1h 40m
£3
Drive 25.8 mi
1. Drive from Porthcawl to Cardiffcar 25.8 mi
38 min
£7–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Porthcawl to Cardifftaxi 25.8 mi
38 min
£55–70

Porthcawl to Cardiff by bus and train

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Distance: 27.1 mi
Duration: 1h 1m

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

First South & West Wales operates a bus from Porthcawl Library to Despenser Gardens every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £3 and the journey takes 1h 40m.

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