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

The cheapest way to get from Wolverhampton to Porthcawl is to bus via Birmingham - Jennens Road which costs £17 - £24 and takes 7h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Wolverhampton to Porthcawl is to drive which takes 2h 26m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Wolverhampton and Porthcawl?

No, there is no direct bus from Wolverhampton station to Porthcawl. However, there are services departing from Wolverhampton Bus Station and arriving at John Street via Sophia Gardens and Sarn Odeon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 9m.

Is there a direct train between Wolverhampton and Porthcawl?

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

How far is it from Wolverhampton to Porthcawl?

The distance between Wolverhampton and Porthcawl is 158 miles. The road distance is 134.8 miles.

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

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

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

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

Where do I catch the Wolverhampton to Porthcawl bus from?

Wolverhampton to Porthcawl bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Wolverhampton Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Wolverhampton to Porthcawl train from?

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

Train or bus from Wolverhampton to Porthcawl?

The best way to get from Wolverhampton to Porthcawl is to train which takes 4h 21m and costs £55 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £24 - £40 and takes 6h 9m.

Where does the Wolverhampton to Porthcawl bus arrive?

Wolverhampton to Porthcawl bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Sophia Gardens station.

Where does the Wolverhampton to Porthcawl train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Wolverhampton to Porthcawl?

Yes, the driving distance between Wolverhampton to Porthcawl is 135 miles. It takes approximately 2h 26m to drive from Wolverhampton to Porthcawl.

Where can I stay near Porthcawl?

There are 962+ hotels available in Porthcawl.

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

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There are 5 ways to get from Wolverhampton 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
£59–110
Bus via Birmingham - Jennens Road
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Birmingham - Jennens Road to Cardiff - North Roadbus Uk084 / ...
2. Take the bus from Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 2 to Porthcawl Metrolink 4bus X2
7h 9m
£18–24
Bus
1. Take the bus from Wolverhampton Bus Station to Sophia Gardensbus Cp4
6h 9m
£24–40
Drive 134 mi
1. Drive from Wolverhampton to Porthcawlcar 134 mi
2h 26m
£34–49
Train, line 63 bus
1. Take the train from Wolverhampton to Shrewsburytrain
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Bridgendtrain
3. Take the bus from Bridgend Bus Station Stand 6 to John Streetbus 63 / ...
5h
£52–96

Wolverhampton to Porthcawl by train and bus

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Distance: 157.4 mi
Duration: 4h 21m

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

You can take a train from Wolverhampton to Northways via Birmingham New Street, Bristol Parkway, Bridgend, and Bridgend Bus Station Stand 5 in around 4h 21m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Wolverhampton Bus Station to Sophia Gardens once a week. Tickets cost £18–35 and the journey takes 3h 50m.

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