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

The cheapest way to get from Porthcawl to Paignton is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 2h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Porthcawl to Paignton is to drive which takes 2h 40m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct train between Porthcawl and Paignton?

No, there is no direct train from Porthcawl to Paignton. However, there are services departing from Bridgend and arriving at Paignton via Bristol Parkway and Newton Abbot. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 2m.

How far is it from Porthcawl to Paignton?

The distance between Porthcawl and Paignton is 170 miles. The road distance is 151.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Porthcawl to Paignton without a car is to train which takes 5h 2m and costs £85 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 5h 2m to get from Porthcawl to Paignton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Porthcawl to Paignton train from?

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

Where does the Porthcawl to Paignton train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Porthcawl to Paignton?

Yes, the driving distance between Porthcawl to Paignton is 152 miles. It takes approximately 2h 40m to drive from Porthcawl to Paignton.

Where can I stay near Paignton?

There are 2878+ hotels available in Paignton.

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

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There are 3 ways to get from Porthcawl to Paignton by train, car, or bus

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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 Newton Abbottrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
5h 2m
£85–136
Drive 150.7 mi
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1. Drive from Porthcawl to Paigntoncar 150.7 mi
2h 40m
£37–54
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Porthcawl Library to Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 2bus X2
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Paigntontrain
6h 31m
£65–127

Porthcawl to Paignton by bus and train

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5h 2mAverage Duration

£85Cheapest Price

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Distance: 169.2 mi
Duration: 5h 2m

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

You can take a bus from Northways to Paignton via Bridgend Bus Station Stand 9, Bridgend, Bristol Parkway, and Newton Abbot in around 5h 2m.

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