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

The cheapest way to get from Porthcawl to Skegness is to bus which costs £55 - £130 and takes 12h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from Porthcawl to Skegness is to drive which takes 4h 55m and costs £55 - £90.

Is there a direct train between Porthcawl and Skegness?

No, there is no direct train from Porthcawl to Skegness. However, there are services departing from Bridgend and arriving at Skegness via Paddington, King's Cross and Grantham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 14m.

How far is it from Porthcawl to Skegness?

The distance between Porthcawl and Skegness is 339 miles. The road distance is 246.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Porthcawl to Skegness without a car is to train which takes 7h 14m and costs £130 - £260.

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

It takes approximately 7h 14m to get from Porthcawl to Skegness, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Porthcawl to Skegness bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Porthcawl to Skegness train from?

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

Train or bus from Porthcawl to Skegness?

The best way to get from Porthcawl to Skegness is to train which takes 7h 14m and costs £130 - £260. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £55 - £130 and takes 12h 51m.

Where does the Porthcawl to Skegness bus arrive?

Porthcawl to Skegness bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Porthcawl to Skegness train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Porthcawl to Skegness?

Yes, the driving distance between Porthcawl to Skegness is 246 miles. It takes approximately 4h 55m to drive from Porthcawl to Skegness.

Where can I stay near Skegness?

There are 1868+ hotels available in Skegness.

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

Q: Is there a direct bus between Porthcawl and Skegness?

No, there is no direct bus from Porthcawl to Skegness. However, there are services departing from Griffin Park and arriving at Lumley Avenue via Bridgend Bus Station Stand 6, Sarn Odeon, Birmingham Coach Station, Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 51m.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bridgend to London Paddingtontrain
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Granthamtrain
3. Take the train from Grantham to Skegnesstrain
7h 14m
£134–258
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sarn Odeon to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 112
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Stationbus 151
12h 51m
£56–127
Drive 245.1 mi
1. Drive from Porthcawl to Skegnesscar 245.1 mi
4h 55m
£60–86
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Porthcawl Library to Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 2bus X2
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Nottinghamtrain
3. Take the train from Nottingham to Skegnesstrain
9h 3m
£133–198

Porthcawl to Skegness by bus, train, and subway

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7h 14mAverage Duration

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Distance: 336.7 mi
Duration: 7h 14m

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

You can take a bus from Northways to Skegness via Bridgend Bus Station Stand 9, Bridgend, London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, King's Cross, and Grantham in around 7h 14m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Griffin Park to Lumley Avenue via Bridgend Bus Station Stand 6, Sarn Odeon, Birmingham Coach Station, Bus Station, and Bus Station in around 12h 51m.

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