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

The cheapest way to get from Winchester to Porthcawl is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Winchester to Porthcawl is to drive which takes 2h 43m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct train between Winchester and Porthcawl?

No, there is no direct train from Winchester to Porthcawl. However, there are services departing from Winchester and arriving at Bridgend via Reading. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 28m.

How far is it from Winchester to Porthcawl?

The distance between Winchester and Porthcawl is 172 miles. The road distance is 130.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Winchester to Porthcawl without a car is to train which takes 3h 28m and costs £75 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 3h 28m to get from Winchester to Porthcawl, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Winchester to Porthcawl train from?

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

Where does the Winchester to Porthcawl train arrive?

Winchester to Porthcawl train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Reading station.

Can I drive from Winchester to Porthcawl?

Yes, the driving distance between Winchester to Porthcawl is 130 miles. It takes approximately 2h 43m to drive from Winchester to Porthcawl.

Where can I stay near Porthcawl?

There are 967+ hotels available in Porthcawl.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Winchester to Readingtrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Reading to Bridgendtrain London Paddington - Swansea / ...
3h 28m
£77–141
Drive 129.7 mi
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1. Drive from Winchester to Porthcawlcar 129.7 mi
2h 43m
£32–46
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to Cardiff Centraltrain Portsmouth Harbour - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the bus from Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 2 to Porthcawl Metrolink 4bus X2
5h 41m
£58–114

Winchester to Porthcawl by train and bus

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3h 28mAverage Duration

£77Cheapest Price

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Distance: 170.8 mi
Duration: 3h 28m

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

You can take a train from Winchester to Northways via Reading, Bridgend, and Bridgend Bus Station Stand 5 in around 3h 28m.

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