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

The cheapest way to get from Rhondda to Porthcawl is to drive which costs £6 - £9 and takes 45 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Rhondda to Porthcawl is to drive which takes 45 min and costs £6 - £9.

Is there a direct bus between Rhondda and Porthcawl?

No, there is no direct bus from Rhondda to Porthcawl. However, there are services departing from Pont Rhondda and arriving at Porthcawl Metrolink 4 via Bridgend Bus Station Stand 5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 35m.

How far is it from Rhondda to Porthcawl?

The distance between Rhondda and Porthcawl is 24 miles. The road distance is 24.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rhondda to Porthcawl without a car is to line 172 bus and bus which takes 1h 35m and costs £8 - £13.

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

It takes approximately 1h 35m to get from Rhondda to Porthcawl, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rhondda to Porthcawl bus from?

Rhondda to Porthcawl bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, depart from Pont Rhondda station.

Where does the Rhondda to Porthcawl bus arrive?

Rhondda to Porthcawl bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, arrive at Bridgend Bus Station Stand 7.

Can I drive from Rhondda to Porthcawl?

Yes, the driving distance between Rhondda to Porthcawl is 25 miles. It takes approximately 45 min to drive from Rhondda to Porthcawl.

Where can I stay near Porthcawl?

There are 962+ hotels available in Porthcawl.

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

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

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Line 172 bus, bus
best
1. Take the bus from Pont Rhondda to Bridgend Bus Station Stand 7bus 172
2. Take the bus from Bridgend Bus Station Stand 5 to Porthcawl Metrolink 4bus X2
1h 35m
£8–12
Drive 24.4 mi
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1. Drive from Rhondda to Porthcawlcar 24.4 mi
45 min
£7–9
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Ystrad Rhondda to Cardiff Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bridgendtrain
3. Take the bus from Bridgend Bus Station Stand 5 to Northwaysbus X2
1h 58m
£16–31
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Rhondda to Porthcawltaxi 24.4 mi
45 min
£110–130
Line 172 bus, line 63 bus
1. Take the bus from Penuel to Bridgend Bus Station Stand 7bus 172
2. Take the bus from Bridgend Bus Station Stand 6 to John Streetbus 63 / ...
2h 22m
£9–11

Rhondda to Porthcawl by bus

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Distance: 23.8 mi
Duration: 1h 35m

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

You can take a bus from Pont Rhondda to Porthcawl Metrolink 4 via Bridgend Bus Station Stand 5 in around 1h 35m.

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