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

The cheapest way to get from Bath to Porthcawl is to drive which costs £18 - £27 and takes 1h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bath to Porthcawl is to drive which takes 1h 37m and costs £18 - £27.

Is there a direct bus between Bath and Porthcawl?

No, there is no direct bus from Bath station to Porthcawl. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at John Street via Sarn Odeon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 5m.

How far is it from Bath to Porthcawl?

The distance between Bath and Porthcawl is 78 miles. The road distance is 73.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bath to Porthcawl without a car is to train which takes 2h 13m and costs £27 - £45.

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

It takes approximately 2h 13m to get from Bath to Porthcawl, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bath to Porthcawl bus from?

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

Train or bus from Bath to Porthcawl?

The best way to get from Bath to Porthcawl is to train which takes 2h 13m and costs £27 - £45. Alternatively, you can bus and line 63 bus, which costs and takes 3h 5m.

Where does the Bath to Porthcawl bus arrive?

Bath to Porthcawl bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Sarn Odeon station.

Can I drive from Bath to Porthcawl?

Yes, the driving distance between Bath to Porthcawl is 73 miles. It takes approximately 1h 37m to drive from Bath to Porthcawl.

Where can I stay near Porthcawl?

There are 893+ hotels available in Porthcawl.

Bath to Porthcawl - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 63 bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Bath to Porthcawl by train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Bath Spa to Cardiff CentralPortsmouth Harbour - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to BridgendEbbw Vale Town - Maesteg / ...
2h 13m
£27–44
Drive 72.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Bath to Porthcawl72.9 mi
1h 37m
£19–27
Bus, line 63 bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Sarn Odeon804
2. Take the bus from Sarn Odeon to John Street63
3h 5m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Broad Quay to Public Transport InterchangeA4
2. Take the bus from Airport Bus Station to Sarn OdeonUk910
4h 31m

Bath to Porthcawl by train and bus

129Weekly Services

2h 13mAverage Duration

£27Cheapest Price

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Distance: 77.2 mi
Duration: 2h 13m

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

You can take a train from Bath Spa to Northways via Cardiff Central, Bridgend, and Bridgend Bus Station Stand 5 in around 2h 13m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to John Street via Sarn Odeon in around 3h 5m.

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