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

The cheapest way to get from Porthcawl to Looe is to bus and line 10 bus which costs £30 - £55 and takes 9h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Porthcawl to Looe is to drive which takes 3h 24m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Porthcawl and Looe?

No, there is no direct bus from Porthcawl to Looe station. However, there are services departing from Porthcawl Library and arriving at Fire Station via Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 3, Sophia Gardens and Royal Parade. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 21m.

Is there a direct train between Porthcawl and Looe?

No, there is no direct train from Porthcawl to Looe. However, there are services departing from Bridgend and arriving at Looe via Bristol Parkway, Plymouth and Liskeard. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 35m.

How far is it from Porthcawl to Looe?

The distance between Porthcawl and Looe is 218 miles. The road distance is 190.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Porthcawl to Looe without a car is to train which takes 7h 35m and costs £85 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 7h 35m to get from Porthcawl to Looe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Porthcawl to Looe bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Porthcawl to Looe train from?

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

Train or bus from Porthcawl to Looe?

The best way to get from Porthcawl to Looe is to train which takes 7h 35m and costs £85 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus and line 10 bus, which costs £30 - £55 and takes 9h 21m.

Where does the Porthcawl to Looe bus arrive?

Porthcawl to Looe bus services, operated by First South & West Wales, arrive at Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 2 station.

Where does the Porthcawl to Looe train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Porthcawl to Looe?

Yes, the driving distance between Porthcawl to Looe is 191 miles. It takes approximately 3h 24m to drive from Porthcawl to Looe.

Where can I stay near Looe?

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Porthcawl to Looe - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 10 bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bridgend to Bristol Parkwaytrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Plymouthtrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
7h 35m
£89–152
Bus, line 10 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Porthcawl Library to Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 2bus X2
2. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Plymouth Coach Stationbus Cp5
3. Take the bus from Royal Parade to Fire Stationbus 10
9h 21m
£32–54
Drive 189.7 mi
1. Drive from Porthcawl to Looecar 189.7 mi
3h 24m
£47–68
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Porthcawl Library to Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 2bus X2
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Liskeardtrain Cardiff Central - Penzance / ...
8h 27m
£81–146

Porthcawl to Looe by bus and train

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Distance: 216.7 mi
Duration: 7h 35m

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

You can take a bus from Northways to Looe via Bridgend Bus Station Stand 9, Bridgend, Bristol Parkway, Plymouth, and Liskeard in around 7h 35m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Porthcawl Library to Fire Station via Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 3, Talbot Street, Sophia Gardens, Plymouth Coach Station, and Royal Parade in around 9h 21m.

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