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

The cheapest way to get from Coventry to Porthcawl is to bus via Newport which costs £12 - £40 and takes 7h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Coventry to Porthcawl is to drive which takes 2h 38m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Coventry and Porthcawl?

No, there is no direct bus from Coventry station to Porthcawl. However, there are services departing from Pool Meadow Bus Station and arriving at John Street via Birmingham Coach Station and Sarn Odeon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 4m.

How far is it from Coventry to Porthcawl?

The distance between Coventry and Porthcawl is 164 miles. The road distance is 137.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Coventry to Porthcawl without a car is to train which takes 4h 6m and costs £45 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 4h 6m to get from Coventry to Porthcawl, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Coventry to Porthcawl bus from?

Coventry to Porthcawl bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Birmingham Coach Station.

Train or bus from Coventry to Porthcawl?

The best way to get from Coventry to Porthcawl is to train which takes 4h 6m and costs £45 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £23 - £55 and takes 6h 4m.

Where does the Coventry to Porthcawl bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Coventry to Porthcawl?

Yes, the driving distance between Coventry to Porthcawl is 137 miles. It takes approximately 2h 38m to drive from Coventry to Porthcawl.

Where can I stay near Porthcawl?

There are 890+ hotels available in Porthcawl.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Coventry 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 Birmingham New Street to Bristol ParkwayManchester Piccadilly - Bristol Temple Meads / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to BridgendLondon Paddington - Swansea / ...
4h 6m
£47–130
Bus via Newport
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Newhall St to Queensway Q1Uk077
2. Take the bus from Queensway Q1 to Sarn OdeonUk910 / ...
7h 36m
£12–38
Bus
1. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Sarn Odeon111 / ...
6h 4m
£23–52
Drive 136.4 mi
1. Drive from Coventry to Porthcawl136.4 mi
2h 38m
£35–50
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff CentralNottingham - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the bus from Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 2 to Porthcawl Metrolink 4X2
4h 58m

Coventry to Porthcawl by train and bus

158Weekly Services

4h 6mAverage Duration

£47Cheapest Price

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Distance: 163.4 mi
Duration: 4h 6m

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

You can take a train from Coventry to Northways via Birmingham New Street, Bristol Parkway, Bridgend, and Bridgend Bus Station Stand 5 in around 4h 6m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Sarn Odeon every 3 hours. Tickets cost £17–40 and the journey takes 3h 15m.

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