What is the cheapest way to get from Porthcawl to St Athan?

The cheapest way to get from Porthcawl to St Athan is to drive which costs £4 - £7 and takes 28 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Porthcawl to St Athan?

The fastest way to get from Porthcawl to St Athan is to taxi which takes 28 min and costs £85 - £110.

Is there a direct bus between Porthcawl and St Athan?

No, there is no direct bus from Porthcawl to St Athan. However, there are services departing from Griffin Park and arriving at Rectory Road via Bridgend Bus Station Stand 11 and Llantwit Major Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 20m.

How far is it from Porthcawl to St Athan?

The distance between Porthcawl and St Athan is 21 miles. The road distance is 18 miles.

How do I travel from Porthcawl to St Athan without a car?

The best way to get from Porthcawl to St Athan without a car is to bus and train and line 304 bus which takes 2h 1m and costs £9 - £15.

How long does it take to get from Porthcawl to St Athan?

It takes approximately 2h 1m to get from Porthcawl to St Athan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Porthcawl to St Athan bus from?

Porthcawl to St Athan bus services, operated by First South & West Wales, depart from Griffin Park station.

Where does the Porthcawl to St Athan bus arrive?

Porthcawl to St Athan bus services, operated by First South & West Wales, arrive at Bridgend Bus Station Stand 9.

Can I drive from Porthcawl to St Athan?

Yes, the driving distance between Porthcawl to St Athan is 18 miles. It takes approximately 28 min to drive from Porthcawl to St Athan.

Where can I stay near St Athan?

There are 1677+ hotels available in St Athan.

Porthcawl to St Athan - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, line 304 bus, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Porthcawl to St Athan by bus, train, taxi, or car

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Bus, train, line 304 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Northways to Bridgend Bus Station Stand 9bus X2
2. Take the train from Bridgend to Llantwit Majortrain
3. Take the bus from Llantwit Major Interchange to Rectory Roadbus 304
2h 1m
£9–14
Drive 17.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Porthcawl to St Athancar 17.9 mi
28 min
£5–7
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Porthcawl to St Athantaxi 17.9 mi
28 min
£85–110
Bus, line 303 bus
1. Take the bus from Griffin Park to Bridgend Bus Station Stand 9bus X2
2. Take the bus from Bridgend Bus Station Stand 11 to Llantwit Major Interchangebus 303
2h 20m
£9–10
Bus, line 303 bus via Porthcawl Library
1. Take the bus from Porthcawl Library to Bridgend Bus Station Stand 6bus 63 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bridgend Bus Station Stand 11 to Llantwit Major Interchangebus 303
2h 53m
£9–13

Porthcawl to St Athan by bus and train

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Distance: 20.7 mi
Duration: 2h 1m

What companies run services between Porthcawl, Wales and St Athan, Wales?

You can take a bus from Griffin Park to Rectory Road via Bridgend Bus Station Stand 11 and Llantwit Major Interchange in around 2h 20m.

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