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

The cheapest way to get from Aberfan to Porthcawl is to drive which costs £7 - £12 and takes 1h.

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

The fastest way to get from Aberfan to Porthcawl is to drive which takes 1h and costs £7 - £12.

How far is it from Aberfan to Porthcawl?

The distance between Aberfan and Porthcawl is 47 miles. The road distance is 31.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Aberfan to Porthcawl without a car is to train and bus which takes 1h 57m and costs £15 - £22.

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

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

Can I drive from Aberfan to Porthcawl?

Yes, the driving distance between Aberfan to Porthcawl is 32 miles. It takes approximately 1h to drive from Aberfan to Porthcawl.

Where can I stay near Porthcawl?

There are 884+ hotels available in Porthcawl.

Aberfan to Porthcawl - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 4 ways to get from Aberfan to Porthcawl by train, bus, 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.

Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Merthyr Vale to Cardiff Central
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bridgend
3. Take the bus from Bridgend Bus Station Stand 5 to NorthwaysX2
1h 57m
£16–22
Drive 31.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Aberfan to Porthcawl31.7 mi
1h
£8–12
Bus
1. Take the bus from Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 11 to Talbot Green Bus Station Stand D100
2. Take the bus from Talbot Green Bus Station Stand B to Bridgend Bus Station Stand 865 / ...
3h 29m
£15–24
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Aberfan to Porthcawl31.7 mi
1h
£65–80

Aberfan to Porthcawl by train and bus

227Weekly Services

1h 57mAverage Duration

£16Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Aberfan to Porthcawl.

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Distance: 47.1 mi
Duration: 1h 57m

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

You can take a train from Merthyr Vale to Porthcawl Metrolink 4 via Abercynon, Clock, Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 2, Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 11, Talbot Green Bus Station Stand B, and Bridgend Bus Station Stand 5 in around 3h 29m.

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