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

The cheapest way to get from Stroud to Porthcawl is to line 64 bus and bus which costs £18 - £28 and takes 6h 9m.

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 - £29.

Is there a direct bus between Stroud and Porthcawl?

No, there is no direct bus from Stroud to Porthcawl. However, there are services departing from Merrywalks and arriving at John Street via Transport Hub, Sophia Gardens and Sarn Odeon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 9m.

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 3h 8m.

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 3h 8m and costs £45 - £90.

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

It takes approximately 3h 8m to get from Stroud to Porthcawl, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stroud to Porthcawl bus from?

Stroud to Porthcawl bus services, operated by Stagecoach West, depart from Merrywalks station.

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.

Train or bus from Stroud to Porthcawl?

The best way to get from Stroud to Porthcawl is to train which takes 3h 8m and costs £45 - £90. Alternatively, you can line 64 bus and bus, which costs £18 - £28 and takes 6h 9m.

Where does the Stroud to Porthcawl bus arrive?

Stroud to Porthcawl bus services, operated by Stagecoach West, arrive at Transport Hub arrival 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 960+ hotels available in Porthcawl.

Stroud to Porthcawl - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 64 bus

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There are 4 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 / ...
3h 8m
£48–88
Line 64 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Merrywalks to Transport Hub arrivalbus 64 / ...
2. Take the bus from Transport Hub to Sophia Gardensbus Cp9
6h 9m
£18–28
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 56m
£26–52
Drive 79.1 mi
1. Drive from Stroud to Porthcawlcar 79.1 mi
1h 34m
£20–29

Stroud to Porthcawl by train and bus

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3h 8mAverage Duration

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Distance: 120.2 mi
Duration: 3h 8m

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 3h 8m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Merrywalks to John Street via Transport Hub, Sophia Gardens, and Sarn Odeon in around 6h 9m.

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