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

The cheapest way to get from Rugby to Porthcawl is to line 85 bus and bus which costs £27 - £50 and takes 7h.

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

The fastest way to get from Rugby to Porthcawl is to drive which takes 2h 50m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Rugby and Porthcawl?

No, there is no direct bus from Rugby to Porthcawl. However, there are services departing from North Street and arriving at John Street via Pool Meadow Bus Station, Sophia Gardens and Sarn Odeon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h.

Is there a direct train between Rugby and Porthcawl?

No, there is no direct train from Rugby to Porthcawl. However, there are services departing from Rugby and arriving at Bridgend via Birmingham New Street and Bristol Parkway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 20m.

How far is it from Rugby to Porthcawl?

The distance between Rugby and Porthcawl is 176 miles. The road distance is 145.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rugby to Porthcawl without a car is to train which takes 4h 20m and costs £65 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 4h 20m to get from Rugby to Porthcawl, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rugby to Porthcawl bus from?

Rugby to Porthcawl bus services, operated by Stagecoach Midlands, depart from North Street station.

Where do I catch the Rugby to Porthcawl train from?

Rugby to Porthcawl train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, depart from Rugby station.

Train or bus from Rugby to Porthcawl?

The best way to get from Rugby to Porthcawl is to train which takes 4h 20m and costs £65 - £130. Alternatively, you can line 85 bus and bus, which costs £27 - £50 and takes 7h.

Where does the Rugby to Porthcawl bus arrive?

Rugby to Porthcawl bus services, operated by Stagecoach Midlands, arrive at Pool Meadow Bus Station.

Where does the Rugby to Porthcawl train arrive?

Rugby to Porthcawl train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Rugby to Porthcawl?

Yes, the driving distance between Rugby to Porthcawl is 145 miles. It takes approximately 2h 50m to drive from Rugby to Porthcawl.

Where can I stay near Porthcawl?

There are 949+ hotels available in Porthcawl.

Rugby to Porthcawl - 4 ways to travel via train, line 85 bus, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Rugby to Porthcawl by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Rugby to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Bristol Parkwaytrain
3. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Bridgendtrain
4h 20m
£65–123
Line 85 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from North Street to Pool Meadow Bus Stationbus 85 / ...
2. Take the bus from Pool Meadow Bus Station to Sophia Gardensbus Cp2
7h
£27–47
Drive 144.4 mi
1. Drive from Rugby to Porthcawlcar 144.4 mi
2h 50m
£36–52
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Rugby to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Centraltrain
3. Take the bus from Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 2 to Porthcawl Metrolink 4bus X2
5h 13m
£57–96

Rugby to Porthcawl by train and bus

156Weekly Services

4h 20mAverage Duration

£65Cheapest Price

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Distance: 174.7 mi
Duration: 4h 20m

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

You can take a train from Rugby to Northways via Birmingham New Street, Bristol Parkway, Bridgend, and Bridgend Bus Station Stand 5 in around 4h 20m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from North Street to John Street via Pool Meadow Bus Station, Sophia Gardens, and Sarn Odeon in around 7h.

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