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

The cheapest way to get from Porthcawl to Looe is to bus which costs £35 - £95 and takes 10h 32m.

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 Griffin Park and arriving at Fire Station via Bridgend Bus Station Stand 6, Sarn Odeon, Bristol Bus Station and Royal Parade. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 32m.

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 33m.

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 33m and costs £100 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 7h 33m 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 National Express, depart from Sarn Odeon 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 33m and costs £100 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £95 and takes 10h 32m.

Where does the Porthcawl to Looe bus arrive?

Porthcawl to Looe bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bus 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, 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 33m
£106–185
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sarn Odeon to Bus Stationbus 202 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Plymouth Coach Stationbus Uk087 / ...
10h 32m
£35–94
Drive 189.7 mi
1. Drive from Porthcawl to Looecar 189.7 mi
3h 24m
£47–67
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 30m
£86–166

Porthcawl to Looe by bus and train

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7h 33mAverage Duration

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Distance: 216.7 mi
Duration: 7h 33m

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 33m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Griffin Park to Fire Station via Bridgend Bus Station Stand 6, Sarn Odeon, Bristol Bus Station, Plymouth Coach Station, and Royal Parade in around 10h 32m.

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