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

The cheapest way to get from Stroud to Porthcawl is to drive which costs £19 - £28 and takes 1h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Stroud to Porthcawl is to drive which takes 1h 34m and costs £19 - £28.

Is there a direct train between Stroud and Porthcawl?

No, there is no direct train from Stroud to Porthcawl. However, there are services departing from Stroud (Glos) and arriving at Bridgend via Swindon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 53m.

How far is it from Stroud to Porthcawl?

The distance between Stroud and Porthcawl is 121 miles. The road distance is 79.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Stroud to Porthcawl without a car is to train which takes 2h 53m and costs £45 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 2h 53m to get from Stroud to Porthcawl, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stroud to Porthcawl train from?

Stroud to Porthcawl train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Stroud (Glos) station.

Where does the Stroud to Porthcawl train arrive?

Stroud to Porthcawl train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Swindon station.

Can I drive from Stroud to Porthcawl?

Yes, the driving distance between Stroud to Porthcawl is 80 miles. It takes approximately 1h 34m to drive from Stroud to Porthcawl.

Where can I stay near Porthcawl?

There are 972+ hotels available in Porthcawl.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Stroud (Glos) to Swindontrain Cheltenham Spa - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Swindon to Bridgendtrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
2h 53m
£49–101
Drive 79.1 mi
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1. Drive from Stroud to Porthcawlcar 79.1 mi
1h 34m
£20–28
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Gloucester to Cardiff Centraltrain Nottingham - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the bus from Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 2 to Porthcawl Metrolink 4bus X2
3h 37m
£30–58

Stroud to Porthcawl by train and bus

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2h 53mAverage Duration

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Distance: 120.2 mi
Duration: 2h 53m

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

You can take a train from Stroud (Glos) to Northways via Swindon, Bridgend, and Bridgend Bus Station Stand 5 in around 2h 53m.

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