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 £8 - £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 £8 - £12.

Is there a direct bus between Aberfan and Porthcawl?

No, there is no direct bus from Aberfan to Porthcawl. However, there are services departing from Coventry Playground and arriving at Porthcawl Metrolink 4 via Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 10 and Bridgend Bus Station Stand 5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 24m.

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 2h 1m and costs £15 - £22.

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

It takes approximately 2h 1m to get from Aberfan to Porthcawl, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Aberfan to Porthcawl bus from?

Aberfan to Porthcawl bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, depart from Coventry Playground station.

Where does the Aberfan to Porthcawl bus arrive?

Aberfan to Porthcawl bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, arrive at Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 4.

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 894+ hotels available in Porthcawl.

Aberfan to Porthcawl - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 78 bus

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
2h 1m
£16–22
Drive 31.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Aberfan to Porthcawl31.7 mi
1h
£8–12
Line 78 bus, line 404 bus
1. Take the bus from Coventry Playground to Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 478
2. Take the bus from Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 10 to Bridgend Bus Station Stand 8404
3h 24m
£13–21
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Aberfan to Porthcawl31.7 mi
1h
£65–80

Aberfan to Porthcawl by train and bus

227Weekly Services

2h 1mAverage Duration

£16Cheapest Price

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Distance: 47.2 mi
Duration: 2h 1m

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

You can take a bus from Coventry Playground to Porthcawl Metrolink 4 via Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 10 and Bridgend Bus Station Stand 5 in around 3h 24m.

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