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

The cheapest way to get from Caerphilly to Porthcawl is to drive which costs £6 - £10 and takes 38 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Caerphilly to Porthcawl is to drive which takes 38 min and costs £6 - £10.

Is there a direct bus between Caerphilly and Porthcawl?

No, there is no direct bus from Caerphilly to Porthcawl. However, there are services departing from Caerphilly Library / The Twyn and arriving at John Street via Kingsway GD and Sarn Odeon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 24m.

How far is it from Caerphilly to Porthcawl?

The distance between Caerphilly and Porthcawl is 36 miles. The road distance is 27.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Caerphilly to Porthcawl without a car is to train and bus which takes 1h 26m and costs £13 - £21.

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

It takes approximately 1h 26m to get from Caerphilly to Porthcawl, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Caerphilly to Porthcawl bus from?

Caerphilly to Porthcawl bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, depart from Caerphilly Library / The Twyn station.

Where does the Caerphilly to Porthcawl bus arrive?

Caerphilly to Porthcawl bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, arrive at Greyfriars Road Stop GJ station.

Can I drive from Caerphilly to Porthcawl?

Yes, the driving distance between Caerphilly to Porthcawl is 28 miles. It takes approximately 38 min to drive from Caerphilly to Porthcawl.

Where can I stay near Porthcawl?

There are 876+ hotels available in Porthcawl.

Caerphilly to Porthcawl - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 26 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Caerphilly 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 Caerphilly 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 26m
£14–21
Drive 27.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Caerphilly to Porthcawl27.6 mi
38 min
£7–10
Line 26 bus, bus, line 63 bus
1. Take the bus from Caerphilly Library / The Twyn to Greyfriars Road Stop GJ26
2. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to Sarn Odeon
3. Take the bus from Sarn Odeon to John Street63
2h 24m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Caerphilly to Porthcawl27.6 mi
38 min
£55–70
Train, line 63 bus
1. Take the train from Caerphilly to BridgendRhymney - Bridgend
2. Take the bus from Bridgend Bus Station Stand 6 to John Street63
2h 18m

Caerphilly to Porthcawl by train and bus

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1h 26mAverage Duration

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Distance: 35.7 mi
Duration: 1h 26m

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

You can take a bus from Caerphilly Library / The Twyn to John Street via Greyfriars Road Stop GJ, Kingsway GD, and Sarn Odeon in around 2h 24m.

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