What is the cheapest way to get from Southend-on-Sea to Porthcawl?

The cheapest way to get from Southend-on-Sea to Porthcawl is to train and bus which costs £35 - £85 and takes 8h 37m.

What is the fastest way to get from Southend-on-Sea to Porthcawl?

The fastest way to get from Southend-on-Sea to Porthcawl is to drive which takes 4h 8m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Southend-on-Sea and Porthcawl?

No, there is no direct bus from Southend-on-Sea station to Porthcawl. However, there are services departing from Victoria Station Interchange and arriving at John Street via Bus Station, Coach Station, Heathrow Central Bus Station and Sarn Odeon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 6m.

Is there a direct train between Southend-on-Sea and Porthcawl?

No, there is no direct train from Southend-on-Sea to Porthcawl. However, there are services departing from Southend Victoria and arriving at Bridgend via Stratford and London Paddington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 39m.

How far is it from Southend-on-Sea to Porthcawl?

The distance between Southend-on-Sea and Porthcawl is 219 miles. The road distance is 216.7 miles.

How do I travel from Southend-on-Sea to Porthcawl without a car?

The best way to get from Southend-on-Sea to Porthcawl without a car is to train which takes 4h 39m and costs £95 - £190.

How long does it take to get from Southend-on-Sea to Porthcawl?

It takes approximately 4h 39m to get from Southend-on-Sea to Porthcawl, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Southend-on-Sea to Porthcawl bus from?

Southend-on-Sea to Porthcawl bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Southend-on-Sea to Porthcawl train from?

Southend-on-Sea to Porthcawl train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Southend Victoria station.

Train or bus from Southend-on-Sea to Porthcawl?

The best way to get from Southend-on-Sea to Porthcawl is to train which takes 4h 39m and costs £95 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £110 and takes 9h 6m.

Where does the Southend-on-Sea to Porthcawl bus arrive?

Southend-on-Sea to Porthcawl bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Southend-on-Sea to Porthcawl train arrive?

Southend-on-Sea to Porthcawl train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at Stratford (London) station.

Can I drive from Southend-on-Sea to Porthcawl?

Yes, the driving distance between Southend-on-Sea to Porthcawl is 217 miles. It takes approximately 4h 8m to drive from Southend-on-Sea to Porthcawl.

Where can I stay near Porthcawl?

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Southend-on-Sea to Porthcawl - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 5 ways to get from Southend-on-Sea to Porthcawl by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Southend Victoria to Stratford (London)train Southend Victoria - London Liverpool Street
2. Take the train from London Paddington to Bridgendtrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
4h 39m
£97–190
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Southend Central to West Hamtrain
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Cardiff North Roadbus
3. Take the bus from Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 2 to Porthcawl Metrolink 4bus X2
8h 37m
£39–82
Drive 215.4 mi
1. Drive from Southend-on-Sea to Porthcawlcar 215.4 mi
4h 8m
£53–76
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Southend Central to West Hamtrain
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)plane LCY - CWL
9h 15m
£292–691
Bus
1. Take the bus from Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 727 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Sarn Odeonbus 201 / ...
9h 6m
£47–109

Southend-on-Sea to Porthcawl by train and bus

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Distance: 217.9 mi
Duration: 4h 39m

What companies run services between Southend-on-Sea, England and Porthcawl, Wales?

You can take a train from Southend Victoria to Northways via Stratford, London Paddington, Bridgend, and Bridgend Bus Station Stand 5 in around 4h 39m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Victoria Station Interchange to John Street via Bus Station, Coach Station, Heathrow Central Bus Station, and Sarn Odeon in around 9h 6m.

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