What is the cheapest way to get from Porthcawl to Colwyn Bay?

The cheapest way to get from Porthcawl to Colwyn Bay is to drive which costs £40 - £60 and takes 4h 5m.

What is the fastest way to get from Porthcawl to Colwyn Bay?

The fastest way to get from Porthcawl to Colwyn Bay is to drive which takes 4h 5m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Porthcawl and Colwyn Bay?

No, there is no direct bus from Porthcawl to Colwyn Bay station. However, there are services departing from Griffin Park and arriving at Bangor station via Bridgend Bus Station Stand 4, Sarn Odeon and Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 6. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 59m.

How far is it from Porthcawl to Colwyn Bay?

The distance between Porthcawl and Colwyn Bay is 224 miles. The road distance is 166.3 miles.

How do I travel from Porthcawl to Colwyn Bay without a car?

The best way to get from Porthcawl to Colwyn Bay without a car is to bus and train which takes 6h 26m and costs £60 - £110.

How long does it take to get from Porthcawl to Colwyn Bay?

It takes approximately 6h 26m to get from Porthcawl to Colwyn Bay, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Porthcawl to Colwyn Bay bus from?

Porthcawl to Colwyn Bay bus services, operated by Mid Wales Travel, depart from Sarn Odeon station.

Where does the Porthcawl to Colwyn Bay bus arrive?

Porthcawl to Colwyn Bay bus services, operated by Mid Wales Travel, arrive at Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7.

Can I drive from Porthcawl to Colwyn Bay?

Yes, the driving distance between Porthcawl to Colwyn Bay is 166 miles. It takes approximately 4h 5m to drive from Porthcawl to Colwyn Bay.

Where can I stay near Colwyn Bay?

There are 2032+ hotels available in Colwyn Bay.

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

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There are 3 ways to get from Porthcawl to Colwyn Bay 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 Colwyn Baytrain Cardiff Central - Holyhead / ...
6h 26m
£63–103
Drive 165.4 mi
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1. Drive from Porthcawl to Colwyn Baycar 165.4 mi
4h 5m
£42–60
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sarn Odeon to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7bus T1c
2. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 6 to Bangor stationbus 1
9h 59m

Porthcawl to Colwyn Bay by bus and train

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6h 26mAverage Duration

£63Cheapest Price

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Distance: 222.7 mi
Duration: 6h 26m

What companies run services between Porthcawl, Wales and Colwyn Bay, Wales?

You can take a bus from Griffin Park to Colwyn Bay via Bridgend Bus Station Stand 4, Sarn Odeon, Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 6, Bangor station, and Bangor (Gwynedd) in around 9h 59m.

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