What is the cheapest way to get from Porthcawl to Stoke-on-Trent?

The cheapest way to get from Porthcawl to Stoke-on-Trent is to bus which costs £35 - £80 and takes 7h 16m.

What is the fastest way to get from Porthcawl to Stoke-on-Trent?

The fastest way to get from Porthcawl to Stoke-on-Trent is to drive which takes 2h 53m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct train between Porthcawl and Stoke-on-Trent?

No, there is no direct train from Porthcawl to Stoke-on-Trent. However, there are services departing from Bridgend and arriving at Stoke-on-Trent via Bristol Parkway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 3m.

How far is it from Porthcawl to Stoke-on-Trent?

The distance between Porthcawl and Stoke-on-Trent is 189 miles. The road distance is 168.6 miles.

How do I travel from Porthcawl to Stoke-on-Trent without a car?

The best way to get from Porthcawl to Stoke-on-Trent without a car is to train which takes 5h 3m and costs £95 - £150.

How long does it take to get from Porthcawl to Stoke-on-Trent?

It takes approximately 5h 3m to get from Porthcawl to Stoke-on-Trent, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Porthcawl to Stoke-on-Trent bus from?

Porthcawl to Stoke-on-Trent bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sarn Odeon station.

Where do I catch the Porthcawl to Stoke-on-Trent train from?

Porthcawl to Stoke-on-Trent train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Bridgend station.

Train or bus from Porthcawl to Stoke-on-Trent?

The best way to get from Porthcawl to Stoke-on-Trent is to train which takes 5h 3m and costs £95 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £80 and takes 7h 16m.

Where does the Porthcawl to Stoke-on-Trent bus arrive?

Porthcawl to Stoke-on-Trent bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Lordswood Road station.

Where does the Porthcawl to Stoke-on-Trent train arrive?

Porthcawl to Stoke-on-Trent train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Bristol Parkway station.

Can I drive from Porthcawl to Stoke-on-Trent?

Yes, the driving distance between Porthcawl to Stoke-on-Trent is 169 miles. It takes approximately 2h 53m to drive from Porthcawl to Stoke-on-Trent.

Where can I stay near Stoke-on-Trent?

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Porthcawl to Stoke-on-Trent - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

Q: Is there a direct bus between Porthcawl and Stoke-on-Trent?

No, there is no direct bus from Porthcawl to Stoke-on-Trent. However, there are services departing from Griffin Park and arriving at Stoke-on-Trent via Bridgend Bus Station Stand 6, Sarn Odeon, Lordswood Road and Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 16m.

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There are 5 ways to get from Porthcawl to Stoke-on-Trent by train, bus, or car

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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 Stoke-on-Trenttrain Bristol Temple Meads - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
5h 3m
£97–149
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sarn Odeon to Lordswood Roadbus 112
2. Take the bus from Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway to Stoke-on-Trentbus Uk076 / ...
7h 16m
£37–79
Bus, train via Shrewsbury
1. Take the bus from Porthcawl Library to Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 2bus X2
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Shrewsburytrain
3. Take the bus from The Gateway to Queensway flyoverbus 64
6h 56m
Drive 167.6 mi
1. Drive from Porthcawl to Stoke-on-Trentcar 167.6 mi
2h 53m
£41–59
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Porthcawl Library to Bridgend Bus Station Stand 6bus 63 / ...
2. Take the train from Bridgend to Crewetrain Milford Haven - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
5h 36m
£68–130

Porthcawl to Stoke-on-Trent by bus and train

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Distance: 187.9 mi
Duration: 5h 3m

What companies run services between Porthcawl, Wales and Stoke-on-Trent, England?

You can take a bus from Northways to Stoke-on-Trent via Bridgend Bus Station Stand 9, Bridgend, and Bristol Parkway in around 5h 3m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Griffin Park to Stoke-on-Trent via Bridgend Bus Station Stand 6, Sarn Odeon, Lordswood Road, and Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway in around 7h 16m.

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