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

The cheapest way to get from Torquay to Porthcawl is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 2h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Torquay to Porthcawl is to drive which takes 2h 39m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct train between Torquay and Porthcawl?

No, there is no direct train from Torquay to Porthcawl. However, there are services departing from Torquay and arriving at Bridgend via Newton Abbot and Bristol Parkway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 20m.

How far is it from Torquay to Porthcawl?

The distance between Torquay and Porthcawl is 169 miles. The road distance is 149.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Torquay to Porthcawl without a car is to train which takes 4h 20m and costs £70 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 4h 20m to get from Torquay to Porthcawl, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Torquay to Porthcawl train from?

Torquay to Porthcawl train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Newton Abbot station.

Where does the Torquay to Porthcawl train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Torquay to Porthcawl?

Yes, the driving distance between Torquay to Porthcawl is 150 miles. It takes approximately 2h 39m to drive from Torquay to Porthcawl.

Where can I stay near Porthcawl?

There are 972+ hotels available in Porthcawl.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Newton Abbot to Bristol Parkwaytrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Bridgendtrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
4h 20m
£72–145
Drive 148.9 mi
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1. Drive from Torquay to Porthcawlcar 148.9 mi
2h 39m
£37–53
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Torquay to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Cardiff Centraltrain
3. Take the bus from Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 2 to Porthcawl Metrolink 4bus X2
6h 18m
£65–125

Torquay to Porthcawl by train and bus

131Weekly Services

4h 20mAverage Duration

£72Cheapest Price

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Distance: 167.9 mi
Duration: 4h 20m

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

You can take a train from Torquay to Northways via Newton Abbot, Bristol Parkway, Bridgend, and Bridgend Bus Station Stand 5 in around 4h 20m.

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