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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Porthcawl is to bus which costs £27 - £65 and takes 5h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Porthcawl is to drive which takes 2h 23m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Porthcawl?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading to Porthcawl. However, there are services departing from Market Place and arriving at John Street via Mereoak Lane - Park & Ride and Sarn Odeon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 14m.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Porthcawl?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Porthcawl. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Bridgend via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 42m.

How far is it from Reading to Porthcawl?

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

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

The best way to get from Reading to Porthcawl without a car is to train which takes 2h 42m and costs £60 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 2h 42m to get from Reading to Porthcawl, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Porthcawl bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Reading to Porthcawl train from?

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

Train or bus from Reading to Porthcawl?

The best way to get from Reading to Porthcawl is to train which takes 2h 42m and costs £60 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £27 - £65 and takes 5h 14m.

Where does the Reading to Porthcawl bus arrive?

Reading to Porthcawl bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Sarn Odeon station.

Where does the Reading to Porthcawl train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Reading to Porthcawl?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Porthcawl is 131 miles. It takes approximately 2h 23m to drive from Reading to Porthcawl.

Where can I stay near Porthcawl?

There are 972+ hotels available in Porthcawl.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Reading to Bridgendtrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
2h 42m
£61–115
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Mereoak Lane - Park & Ride to Sarn Odeonbus 508
5h 14m
£28–65
Drive 130.6 mi
1. Drive from Reading to Porthcawlcar 130.6 mi
2h 23m
£32–46

Reading to Porthcawl by train and bus

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2h 42mAverage Duration

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Distance: 136.6 mi
Duration: 2h 42m

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

Great Western Railway (GWR) operates a train from Reading to Bridgend hourly. Tickets cost £55–110 and the journey takes 1h 55m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Mereoak Lane - Park & Ride to Sarn Odeon once daily. Tickets cost £23–60 and the journey takes 2h 45m.

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