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

The cheapest way to get from Porthcawl to Cardiff Central Station is to bus via Park Street JU which costs £3 and takes 1h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Porthcawl to Cardiff Central Station is to drive which takes 38 min and costs £6 - £9.

Is there a direct bus between Porthcawl and Cardiff Central Station?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Porthcawl Library and arriving at Park Street JU. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 39m.

How far is it from Porthcawl to Cardiff Central Station?

The distance between Porthcawl and Cardiff Central Station is 27 miles. The road distance is 25.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Porthcawl to Cardiff Central Station without a car is to bus and train which takes 1h and costs £11 - £22.

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

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

Where do I catch the Porthcawl to Cardiff Central Station bus from?

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

Where does the Porthcawl to Cardiff Central Station bus arrive?

Porthcawl to Cardiff Central Station bus services, operated by First South & West Wales, arrive at Park Street JU station.

Can I drive from Porthcawl to Cardiff Central Station?

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

Where can I stay near Cardiff Central Station?

There are 1726+ hotels available in Cardiff Central Station.

Porthcawl to Cardiff Central Station - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Porthcawl to Cardiff Central Station 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
£11–21
Bus via Park Street JU
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Porthcawl Library to Park Street JUbus X2
1h 42m
£3
Drive 25.6 mi
1. Drive from Porthcawl to Cardiff Central Stationcar 25.6 mi
38 min
£7–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Porthcawl to Cardiff Central Stationtaxi 25.6 mi
38 min
£55–70
Bus
1. Take the bus from Porthcawl Library to Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 2bus X2
1h 45m
£3

Porthcawl to Cardiff Central Station by bus and train

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Distance: 27.1 mi
Duration: 1h

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

First South & West Wales operates a bus from Porthcawl Library to Park Street JU every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £3 and the journey takes 1h 39m.

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