What is the cheapest way to get from Porthcawl to Chester Zoo?

The cheapest way to get from Porthcawl to Chester Zoo is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 3h 26m.

What is the fastest way to get from Porthcawl to Chester Zoo?

The fastest way to get from Porthcawl to Chester Zoo is to drive which takes 3h 26m and costs £35 - £55.

How far is it from Porthcawl to Chester Zoo?

The distance between Porthcawl and Chester Zoo is 188 miles. The road distance is 158 miles.

How do I travel from Porthcawl to Chester Zoo without a car?

The best way to get from Porthcawl to Chester Zoo without a car is to bus and train which takes 6h 18m and costs £60 - £110.

How long does it take to get from Porthcawl to Chester Zoo?

It takes approximately 6h 18m to get from Porthcawl to Chester Zoo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Porthcawl to Chester Zoo bus from?

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

Where does the Porthcawl to Chester Zoo bus arrive?

Porthcawl to Chester Zoo bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Lordswood Road station.

Can I drive from Porthcawl to Chester Zoo?

Yes, the driving distance between Porthcawl to Chester Zoo is 158 miles. It takes approximately 3h 26m to drive from Porthcawl to Chester Zoo.

Where can I stay near Chester Zoo?

There are 2222+ hotels available in Chester Zoo.

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

Q: Is there a direct bus between Porthcawl and Chester Zoo?

No, there is no direct bus from Porthcawl to Chester Zoo. However, there are services departing from Griffin Park and arriving at Zoo Main Entrance via Bridgend Bus Station Stand 6, Sarn Odeon, Lordswood Road, Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway and Chester Bus Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 34m.

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There are 3 ways to get from Porthcawl to Chester Zoo 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 Chestertrain Cardiff Central - Holyhead / ...
6h 18m
£60–106
Drive 157.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Porthcawl to Chester Zoocar 157.1 mi
3h 26m
£39–56
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sarn Odeon to Lordswood Roadbus 112
2. Take the bus from Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway to Chester Bus Interchangebus Ukn21 / ...
8h 34m
£42–88

Porthcawl to Chester Zoo by bus, train, and foot

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6h 18mAverage Duration

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Distance: 186.9 mi
Duration: 6h 18m

What companies run services between Porthcawl, Wales and Chester Zoo, England?

You can take a bus from Griffin Park to Chester Zoo via Bridgend Bus Station Stand 6, Sarn Odeon, Lordswood Road, Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway, Chester Bus Interchange, and Zoo Main Entrance in around 8h 34m.

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