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

The cheapest way to get from Porthcawl to Tonypandy is to drive which costs £5 - £8 and takes 32 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Porthcawl to Tonypandy is to drive which takes 32 min and costs £5 - £8.

Is there a direct bus between Porthcawl and Tonypandy?

No, there is no direct bus from Porthcawl to Tonypandy. However, there are services departing from Griffin Park and arriving at Steps via Bridgend Bus Station Stand 7. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 46m.

How far is it from Porthcawl to Tonypandy?

The distance between Porthcawl and Tonypandy is 21 miles. The road distance is 21 miles.

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

The best way to get from Porthcawl to Tonypandy without a car is to bus and line 172 bus which takes 1h 46m and costs £8 - £12.

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

It takes approximately 1h 46m to get from Porthcawl to Tonypandy, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Porthcawl to Tonypandy bus from?

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

Where does the Porthcawl to Tonypandy bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Porthcawl to Tonypandy?

Yes, the driving distance between Porthcawl to Tonypandy is 21 miles. It takes approximately 32 min to drive from Porthcawl to Tonypandy.

Where can I stay near Tonypandy?

There are 1455+ hotels available in Tonypandy.

Porthcawl to Tonypandy - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, line 172 bus, and car

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

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Bus, line 172 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Griffin Park to Bridgend Bus Station Stand 9bus X2
2. Take the bus from Bridgend Bus Station Stand 7 to Stepsbus 172
1h 46m
£8–11
Drive 20.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Porthcawl to Tonypandycar 20.8 mi
32 min
£6–8
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Northways to Bridgend Bus Station Stand 9bus X2
2. Take the train from Bridgend to Cardiff Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Tonypandytrain
2h 12m
£18–34
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Porthcawl to Tonypandytaxi 20.8 mi
32 min
£45–55
Bus, line 172 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 7 to Stepsbus 172
2h 19m
£8–14

Porthcawl to Tonypandy by bus

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Distance: 21.4 mi
Duration: 1h 46m

What companies run services between Porthcawl, Wales and Tonypandy, Wales?

You can take a bus from Griffin Park to Steps via Bridgend Bus Station Stand 7 in around 1h 46m.

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