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

The cheapest way to get from Dudley to Porthcawl is to bus which costs £22 - £55 and takes 5h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dudley to Porthcawl is to drive which takes 2h 16m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Dudley and Porthcawl?

No, there is no direct bus from Dudley to Porthcawl. However, there are services departing from Oakham Avenue and arriving at John Street via Lordswood Rd and Sarn Odeon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 21m.

How far is it from Dudley to Porthcawl?

The distance between Dudley and Porthcawl is 154 miles. The road distance is 127.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dudley to Porthcawl without a car is to train which takes 3h 56m and costs £45 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 3h 56m to get from Dudley to Porthcawl, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dudley to Porthcawl bus from?

Dudley to Porthcawl bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Lordswood Rd station.

Train or bus from Dudley to Porthcawl?

The best way to get from Dudley to Porthcawl is to train which takes 3h 56m and costs £45 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £22 - £55 and takes 5h 21m.

Where does the Dudley to Porthcawl bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Dudley to Porthcawl?

Yes, the driving distance between Dudley to Porthcawl is 127 miles. It takes approximately 2h 16m to drive from Dudley to Porthcawl.

Where can I stay near Porthcawl?

There are 825+ hotels available in Porthcawl.

Dudley to Porthcawl - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 19 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Dudley to Porthcawl by train, bus, or car

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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 / ...
3h 56m
£47–135
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Lordswood Rd to Sarn Odeon111 / ...
5h 21m
£22–53
Drive 126.5 mi
1. Drive from Dudley to Porthcawl126.5 mi
2h 16m
£32–46
Line 19 bus, train, bus
1. Take the bus from St Peter's Road to Queen Elizabeth Hospital19
2. Take the train from University to Cardiff Central
3. Take the bus from Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 2 to Porthcawl Metrolink 4X2
5h 46m
Line 19 bus, train, bus via Hereford
1. Take the bus from St Peter's Road to Queen Elizabeth Hospital19
2. Take the train from University to Hereford
3. Take the train from Hereford to Cardiff Central
4. Take the bus from Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 2 to Porthcawl Metrolink 4X2
6h 41m

Dudley to Porthcawl by train and bus

160Weekly Services

3h 56mAverage Duration

£47Cheapest Price

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Distance: 152.8 mi
Duration: 3h 56m

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

You can take a train from Tipton to Northways via Birmingham New Street, Bristol Parkway, Bridgend, and Bridgend Bus Station Stand 5 in around 3h 56m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Lordswood Rd to Sarn Odeon every 4 hours. Tickets cost £20–50 and the journey takes 3h.

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