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

The cheapest way to get from Sheffield to Porthcawl is to bus which costs £40 - £100 and takes 7h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sheffield to Porthcawl is to drive which takes 3h 50m and costs £50 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Sheffield and Porthcawl?

No, there is no direct bus from Sheffield to Porthcawl. However, there are services departing from Sheffield Interchange/E2 and arriving at John Street via Birmingham Coach Station and Sarn Odeon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 16m.

Is there a direct train between Sheffield and Porthcawl?

No, there is no direct train from Sheffield to Porthcawl. However, there are services departing from Sheffield and arriving at Bridgend via Bristol Parkway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 17m.

How far is it from Sheffield to Porthcawl?

The distance between Sheffield and Porthcawl is 223 miles. The road distance is 202.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Sheffield to Porthcawl without a car is to train via Bristol which takes 4h 17m and costs £100 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 4h 17m to get from Sheffield to Porthcawl, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sheffield to Porthcawl bus from?

Sheffield to Porthcawl bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sheffield Interchange/E2 station.

Where do I catch the Sheffield to Porthcawl train from?

Sheffield to Porthcawl train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Sheffield station.

Train or bus from Sheffield to Porthcawl?

The best way to get from Sheffield to Porthcawl is to train via Bristol which takes 4h 17m and costs £100 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £100 and takes 7h 16m.

Where does the Sheffield to Porthcawl bus arrive?

Sheffield to Porthcawl bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Sheffield to Porthcawl train arrive?

Sheffield to Porthcawl train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Bristol Parkway station.

Can I drive from Sheffield to Porthcawl?

Yes, the driving distance between Sheffield to Porthcawl is 203 miles. It takes approximately 3h 50m to drive from Sheffield to Porthcawl.

Where can I stay near Porthcawl?

There are 953+ hotels available in Porthcawl.

Sheffield to Porthcawl - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train via Bristol
best
1. Take the train from Sheffield to Bristol Parkwaytrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Bridgendtrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
4h 17m
£104–161
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sheffield Interchange/E2 to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 131 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Sarn Odeonbus 112
7h 16m
£41–98
Drive 201.6 mi
1. Drive from Sheffield to Porthcawlcar 201.6 mi
3h 50m
£51–73
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Sheffield 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 34m
£91–130
Train
1. Take the train from Sheffield to Stockporttrain Norwich - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
2. Take the train from Stockport to Bridgendtrain Manchester Piccadilly - Milford Haven / ...
6h 11m
£85–149

Sheffield to Porthcawl by train and bus

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Distance: 221.9 mi
Duration: 4h 17m

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

You can take a train from Sheffield to Northways via Bristol Parkway, Bridgend, and Bridgend Bus Station Stand 5 in around 4h 17m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sheffield Interchange/E2 to John Street via Birmingham Coach Station and Sarn Odeon in around 7h 16m.

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