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

The cheapest way to get from Walsall to Porthcawl is to bus which costs £25 - £40 and takes 7h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Walsall to Porthcawl is to drive which takes 2h 23m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Walsall and Porthcawl?

No, there is no direct bus from Walsall station to Porthcawl. However, there are services departing from Walsall Bus Station and arriving at John Street via Birmingham - Jennens Road, Bus Station and Sarn Odeon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 6m.

Is there a direct train between Walsall and Porthcawl?

No, there is no direct train from Walsall to Porthcawl. However, there are services departing from Walsall and arriving at Bridgend via Birmingham New Street and Bristol Parkway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 21m.

How far is it from Walsall to Porthcawl?

The distance between Walsall and Porthcawl is 156 miles. The road distance is 135.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Walsall to Porthcawl without a car is to train which takes 4h 21m and costs £55 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 4h 21m to get from Walsall to Porthcawl, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Walsall to Porthcawl bus from?

Walsall to Porthcawl bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Birmingham - Jennens Road station.

Where do I catch the Walsall to Porthcawl train from?

Walsall to Porthcawl train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Birmingham New Street station.

Train or bus from Walsall to Porthcawl?

The best way to get from Walsall to Porthcawl is to train which takes 4h 21m and costs £55 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £25 - £40 and takes 7h 6m.

Where does the Walsall to Porthcawl bus arrive?

Walsall to Porthcawl bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bristol Bus Station.

Where does the Walsall to Porthcawl train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Walsall to Porthcawl?

Yes, the driving distance between Walsall to Porthcawl is 135 miles. It takes approximately 2h 23m to drive from Walsall to Porthcawl.

Where can I stay near Porthcawl?

There are 961+ hotels available in Porthcawl.

Walsall to Porthcawl - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 63 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Walsall to Porthcawl by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Bristol Parkwaytrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bristol Temple Meads / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Bridgendtrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
4h 21m
£58–108
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Birmingham - Jennens Road to Bristol Bus Stationbus Uk070 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Sarn Odeonbus 202 / ...
7h 6m
£25–40
Drive 134.3 mi
1. Drive from Walsall to Porthcawlcar 134.3 mi
2h 23m
£34–49
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Centraltrain Nottingham - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the bus from Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 2 to Porthcawl Metrolink 4bus X2
5h 28m
£51–81
Train, line 63 bus
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Herefordtrain
2. Take the train from Hereford to Bridgendtrain
3. Take the bus from Bridgend Bus Station Stand 6 to John Streetbus 63 / ...
6h 12m
£47–96

Walsall to Porthcawl by train and bus

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4h 21mAverage Duration

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Distance: 155.5 mi
Duration: 4h 21m

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

You can take a train from Walsall to Northways via Birmingham New Street, Bristol Parkway, Bridgend, and Bridgend Bus Station Stand 5 in around 4h 21m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Walsall Bus Station to John Street via Old Square, Birmingham - Jennens Road, Bus Station, and Sarn Odeon in around 7h 6m.

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