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

The cheapest way to get from Taunton to Porthcawl is to drive which costs £23 - £35 and takes 1h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Taunton to Porthcawl is to drive which takes 1h 48m and costs £23 - £35.

Is there a direct train between Taunton and Porthcawl?

No, there is no direct train from Taunton to Porthcawl. However, there are services departing from Taunton and arriving at Bridgend via Bristol Parkway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 43m.

How far is it from Taunton to Porthcawl?

The distance between Taunton and Porthcawl is 112 miles. The road distance is 98.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Taunton to Porthcawl without a car is to train which takes 2h 43m and costs £45 - £95.

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

It takes approximately 2h 43m to get from Taunton to Porthcawl, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Taunton to Porthcawl train from?

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

Where does the Taunton to Porthcawl train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Taunton to Porthcawl?

Yes, the driving distance between Taunton to Porthcawl is 99 miles. It takes approximately 1h 48m to drive from Taunton to Porthcawl.

Where can I stay near Porthcawl?

There are 963+ hotels available in Porthcawl.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Taunton to Bristol Parkwaytrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Bridgendtrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
2h 43m
£47–92
Drive 98.3 mi
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1. Drive from Taunton to Porthcawlcar 98.3 mi
1h 48m
£24–35
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Taunton to Cardiff Centraltrain Exeter St Davids - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the bus from Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 2 to Porthcawl Metrolink 4bus X2
3h 51m
£40–73

Taunton to Porthcawl by train and bus

132Weekly Services

2h 43mAverage Duration

£47Cheapest Price

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Distance: 111.4 mi
Duration: 2h 43m

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

You can take a train from Taunton to Northways via Bristol Parkway, Bridgend, and Bridgend Bus Station Stand 5 in around 2h 43m.

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