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

The cheapest way to get from Southampton to Porthcawl is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 3h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Southampton to Porthcawl is to drive which takes 3h 3m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct train between Southampton and Porthcawl?

No, there is no direct train from Southampton to Porthcawl. However, there are services departing from Southampton Central and arriving at Bridgend via Reading. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 44m.

How far is it from Southampton to Porthcawl?

The distance between Southampton and Porthcawl is 184 miles. The road distance is 134.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Southampton to Porthcawl without a car is to train which takes 3h 44m and costs £80 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 3h 44m to get from Southampton to Porthcawl, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Southampton to Porthcawl train from?

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

Where does the Southampton to Porthcawl train arrive?

Southampton to Porthcawl train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Reading station.

Can I drive from Southampton to Porthcawl?

Yes, the driving distance between Southampton to Porthcawl is 134 miles. It takes approximately 3h 3m to drive from Southampton to Porthcawl.

Where can I stay near Porthcawl?

There are 968+ hotels available in Porthcawl.

Southampton to Porthcawl - 3 ways to travel via train, car, and bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Southampton to Porthcawl by train, car, or bus

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to Readingtrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Reading to Bridgendtrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
3h 44m
£84–151
Drive 133.7 mi
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1. Drive from Southampton to Porthcawlcar 133.7 mi
3h 3m
£33–47
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to Cardiff Centraltrain Portsmouth Harbour - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the bus from Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 2 to Porthcawl Metrolink 4bus X2
4h 35m
£55–99

Southampton to Porthcawl by train and bus

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3h 44mAverage Duration

£84Cheapest Price

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Distance: 183.3 mi
Duration: 3h 44m

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

You can take a train from Southampton Central to Northways via Reading, Bridgend, and Bridgend Bus Station Stand 5 in around 3h 44m.

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