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 £65 - £150 and takes 11h 52m.

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 40m and costs £60 - £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 Hanover Street, Manchester Central Coach Station, Sophia Gardens and Sarn Odeon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 52m.

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 54m.

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 54m and costs £140 - £260.

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

It takes approximately 7h 54m 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 54m and costs £140 - £260. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £65 - £150 and takes 11h 52m.

Where does the Scotland to Porthcawl bus arrive?

Scotland to Porthcawl bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Shudehill Interchange 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 972+ 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 - Milford Haven / ...
7h 54m
£149–256
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 40m
£61–168
Bus
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Shudehill Interchangebus Ukn30 / ...
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Sophia Gardensbus Cpa
11h 52m
£68–141
Drive 387.2 mi
1. Drive from Glasgow to Porthcawlcar 387.2 mi
7h 12m
£95–137
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
11h 28m
£266–377
Fly Edinburgh Airport to Bristol Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane EDI - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Bridgendtrain
5h 59m
£72–182
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
6h 1m
£103–300
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 25m
£68–201
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 50m
£100–222

Scotland to Porthcawl by train and bus

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7h 54mAverage Duration

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Distance: 407.1 mi
Duration: 7h 54m

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 54m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Buchanan Bus Station to John Street via Shudehill Interchange, Hanover Street, Charlotte Street, Manchester Central Coach Station, Sophia Gardens, and Sarn Odeon in around 11h 52m.

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