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 £29 - £70 and takes 6h 10m.

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 Coach Station and Sarn Odeon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 10m.

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 6m.

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 6m and costs £70 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 4h 6m 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 National Express, depart from Birmingham Coach 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 6m and costs £70 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £29 - £70 and takes 6h 10m.

Where does the Walsall to Porthcawl bus arrive?

Walsall to Porthcawl bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Sarn Odeon 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 967+ hotels available in Porthcawl.

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

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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 6m
£73–124
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Sarn Odeonbus 112
6h 10m
£29–66
Drive 134.3 mi
1. Drive from Walsall to Porthcawlcar 134.3 mi
2h 23m
£33–48
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 9m
£62–97
Train, bus via Hereford
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Herefordtrain
2. Take the train from Hereford to Cardiff Centraltrain
3. Take the bus from Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 2 to Porthcawl Metrolink 4bus X2
6h 14m
£47–102

Walsall to Porthcawl by train and bus

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Distance: 155.5 mi
Duration: 4h 6m

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 6m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Sarn Odeon twice daily. Tickets cost £24–60 and the journey takes 3h 25m.

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