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

The cheapest way to get from Usk to Porthcawl is to bus which costs £6 - £12 and takes 2h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Usk to Porthcawl is to drive which takes 57 min and costs £11 - £18.

Is there a direct bus between Usk and Porthcawl?

No, there is no direct bus from Usk to Porthcawl. However, there are services departing from Clock Tower and arriving at Porthcawl Metrolink 4 via Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 35m.

How far is it from Usk to Porthcawl?

The distance between Usk and Porthcawl is 52 miles. The road distance is 48.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Usk to Porthcawl without a car is to line 60 bus and train and bus which takes 1h 57m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 1h 57m to get from Usk to Porthcawl, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Usk to Porthcawl bus from?

Usk to Porthcawl bus services, operated by First South & West Wales, depart from Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 2 station.

Where does the Usk to Porthcawl bus arrive?

Usk to Porthcawl bus services, operated by First South & West Wales, arrive at Porthcawl Metrolink 4 station.

Can I drive from Usk to Porthcawl?

Yes, the driving distance between Usk to Porthcawl is 48 miles. It takes approximately 57 min to drive from Usk to Porthcawl.

Where can I stay near Porthcawl?

There are 960+ hotels available in Porthcawl.

Usk to Porthcawl - 6 ways to travel via train, line 60 bus, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 6 ways to get from Usk to Porthcawl by bus, train, car, or taxi

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Line 60 bus, train, bus
best
1. Take the bus from Clock Tower to Friars Walk 10bus 60 / ...
2. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Bridgendtrain
3. Take the bus from Bridgend Bus Station Stand 5 to Northwaysbus X2
1h 57m
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 2 to Porthcawl Metrolink 4bus X2
2h 35m
£7–12
Drive 48.1 mi
1. Drive from Usk to Porthcawlcar 48.1 mi
57 min
£12–18
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Usk to Porthcawltaxi 48.1 mi
57 min
£210–250
Line 60 bus, train, line 63 bus
1. Take the bus from Clock Tower to Friars Walk 10bus 60 / ...
2. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Bridgendtrain
3. Take the bus from Bridgend Bus Station Stand 6 to John Streetbus 63 / ...
2h 29m
Bus, line 63 bus
1. Take the bus from Kingsway K14 to Sarn Odeonbus 201 / ...
2. Take the bus from Sarn Odeon to John Streetbus 63 / ...
3h 7m
£8–12

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Distance: 51.3 mi
Duration: 1h 57m

What companies run services between Usk, Wales and Porthcawl, Wales?

First South & West Wales operates a bus from Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 2 to Porthcawl Metrolink 4 every 15 minutes. Tickets cost £3 and the journey takes 1h 34m.

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