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

The cheapest way to get from Scotland to Porthcawl is to bus which costs £60 - £120 and takes 11h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Scotland to Porthcawl is to fly and train which takes 5h 20m and costs £55 - £170.

Is there a direct bus between Scotland and Porthcawl?

No, there is no direct bus from Scotland station to Porthcawl. However, there are services departing from Buchanan Bus Station and arriving at John Street via Newhall Street, Lordswood Road and Sarn Odeon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 32m.

Is there a direct train between Scotland and Porthcawl?

No, there is no direct train from Scotland to Porthcawl. However, there are services departing from Glasgow Central and arriving at Bridgend via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 41m.

How far is it from Scotland to Porthcawl?

The distance between Scotland and Porthcawl is 409 miles. The road distance is 389.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Scotland to Porthcawl without a car is to train which takes 7h 41m and costs £140 - £260.

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

It takes approximately 7h 41m to get from Scotland to Porthcawl, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Scotland to Porthcawl bus from?

Scotland to Porthcawl bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Buchanan Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Scotland to Porthcawl train from?

Scotland to Porthcawl train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Glasgow Central station.

Train or bus from Scotland to Porthcawl?

The best way to get from Scotland to Porthcawl is to train which takes 7h 41m and costs £140 - £260. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £60 - £120 and takes 11h 32m.

Where does the Scotland to Porthcawl bus arrive?

Scotland to Porthcawl bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Newhall Street station.

Where does the Scotland to Porthcawl train arrive?

Scotland to Porthcawl train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Crewe station.

Can I drive from Scotland to Porthcawl?

Yes, the driving distance between Scotland to Porthcawl is 390 miles. It takes approximately 7h 12m to drive from Scotland to Porthcawl.

Where can I stay near Porthcawl?

There are 957+ hotels available in Porthcawl.

Scotland to Porthcawl - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 9 ways to get from Scotland to Porthcawl by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Crewetrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Bridgendtrain Manchester Piccadilly - Haverfordwest / ...
7h 41m
£149–255
Fly Glasgow Airport to Bristol Airport, train
cheapest
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane GLA - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Bridgendtrain
5h 20m
£58–163
Bus
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Newhall Streetbus Ukn30 / ...
2. Take the bus from Lordswood Road to Sarn Odeonbus 112
11h 32m
£60–115
Drive 387.3 mi
1. Drive from Glasgow to Porthcawlcar 387.3 mi
7h 12m
£96–138
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Worcestershire Parkwaytrain
2. Take the train from Worcestershire Parkway to Cardiff Centraltrain
3. Take the bus from Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 2 to Porthcawl Metrolink 4bus X2
10h 59m
£266–371
Fly Edinburgh Airport to Bristol Airport, train, bus
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane EDI - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Bridgendtrain
3. Take the bus from Bridgend Bus Station Stand 5 to Porthcawl Metrolink 4bus
5h 40m
£68–178
Fly Aberdeen Airport to Bristol Airport, train
1. Fly from Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane ABZ - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Bridgendtrain
5h 42m
£103–305
Fly Inverness Dalcross Airport to Bristol Airport, train
1. Fly from Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane INV - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Bridgendtrain
6h 11m
£73–206
Fly Glasgow Airport to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)plane GLA - BHX
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Bristol Parkwaytrain
3. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Bridgendtrain
6h 26m
£93–207

Scotland to Porthcawl by train and bus

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7h 41mAverage Duration

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Distance: 407.1 mi
Duration: 7h 41m

What companies run services between Scotland and Porthcawl, Wales?

You can take a train from Glasgow Central to Northways via Crewe, Bridgend, and Bridgend Bus Station Stand 5 in around 7h 41m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Buchanan Bus Station to John Street via Newhall Street, Lordswood Road, and Sarn Odeon in around 11h 32m.

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