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

The cheapest way to get from Porthcawl to Northampton is to bus which costs £25 - £50 and takes 7h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Porthcawl to Northampton is to drive which takes 3h 12m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Porthcawl and Northampton?

No, there is no direct bus from Porthcawl to Northampton. However, there are services departing from Porthcawl Library and arriving at Northampton Town Centre via Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 3, Sophia Gardens and Coventry. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 34m.

Is there a direct train between Porthcawl and Northampton?

No, there is no direct train from Porthcawl to Northampton. However, there are services departing from Bridgend and arriving at Northampton via Bristol Parkway and Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 58m.

How far is it from Porthcawl to Northampton?

The distance between Porthcawl and Northampton is 194 miles. The road distance is 157.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Porthcawl to Northampton without a car is to train which takes 4h 58m and costs £70 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 4h 58m to get from Porthcawl to Northampton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Porthcawl to Northampton bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Porthcawl to Northampton train from?

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

Train or bus from Porthcawl to Northampton?

The best way to get from Porthcawl to Northampton is to train which takes 4h 58m and costs £70 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £25 - £50 and takes 7h 34m.

Where does the Porthcawl to Northampton bus arrive?

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

Where does the Porthcawl to Northampton train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Porthcawl to Northampton?

Yes, the driving distance between Porthcawl to Northampton is 158 miles. It takes approximately 3h 12m to drive from Porthcawl to Northampton.

Where can I stay near Northampton?

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Porthcawl to Northampton - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bridgend to Bristol Parkwaytrain
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Northamptontrain
4h 58m
£74–139
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Porthcawl Library to Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 2bus X2
2. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Pool Meadow Bus Stationbus Cp2
3. Take the bus from Coventry to Northampton Town Centrebus
7h 34m
£25–50
Drive 156.9 mi
1. Drive from Porthcawl to Northamptoncar 156.9 mi
3h 12m
£39–56
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Porthcawl Library to Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 2bus X2
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Northamptontrain
5h 53m
£62–113

Porthcawl to Northampton by bus and train

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4h 58mAverage Duration

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Distance: 193 mi
Duration: 4h 58m

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

You can take a bus from Northways to Northampton via Bridgend Bus Station Stand 9, Bridgend, Bristol Parkway, and Birmingham New Street in around 4h 58m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Porthcawl Library to Northampton Town Centre via Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 3, Talbot Street, Sophia Gardens, and Coventry in around 7h 34m.

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