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

The cheapest way to get from Porthcawl to Reading is to bus which costs £30 - £70 and takes 4h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Porthcawl to Reading is to drive which takes 2h 22m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Porthcawl and Reading?

No, there is no direct bus from Porthcawl to Reading. However, there are services departing from Griffin Park and arriving at Bridge Street via Bridgend Bus Station Stand 6, Sarn Odeon and Mereoak Lane - Park & Ride. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 52m.

Is there a direct train between Porthcawl and Reading?

No, there is no direct train from Porthcawl to Reading. However, there are services departing from Bridgend and arriving at Reading via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 53m.

How far is it from Porthcawl to Reading?

The distance between Porthcawl and Reading is 137 miles. The road distance is 131.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Porthcawl to Reading without a car is to train which takes 2h 53m and costs £55 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 2h 53m to get from Porthcawl to Reading, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Porthcawl to Reading bus from?

Porthcawl to Reading bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sarn Odeon station.

Where do I catch the Porthcawl to Reading train from?

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

Train or bus from Porthcawl to Reading?

The best way to get from Porthcawl to Reading is to train which takes 2h 53m and costs £55 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £70 and takes 4h 52m.

Where does the Porthcawl to Reading bus arrive?

Porthcawl to Reading bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Mereoak Lane - Park & Ride station.

Where does the Porthcawl to Reading train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Porthcawl to Reading?

Yes, the driving distance between Porthcawl to Reading is 131 miles. It takes approximately 2h 22m to drive from Porthcawl to Reading.

Where can I stay near Reading?

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bridgend to Readingtrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
2h 53m
£58–114
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sarn Odeon to Mereoak Lane - Park & Ridebus 508
4h 52m
£31–69
Drive 130.7 mi
1. Drive from Porthcawl to Readingcar 130.7 mi
2h 22m
£32–46

Porthcawl to Reading by bus and train

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Distance: 135.8 mi
Duration: 2h 53m

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Bridgend to Reading hourly. Tickets cost £55–110 and the journey takes 1h 53m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Sarn Odeon to Mereoak Lane - Park & Ride twice daily. Tickets cost £23–60 and the journey takes 2h 50m.

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