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

The cheapest way to get from Exeter to Porthcawl is to bus which costs £13 - £40 and takes 5h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Exeter to Porthcawl is to drive which takes 2h 17m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Exeter and Porthcawl?

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

How far is it from Exeter to Porthcawl?

The distance between Exeter and Porthcawl is 143 miles. The road distance is 129.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Exeter to Porthcawl without a car is to train which takes 3h 13m and costs £30 - £80.

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

It takes approximately 3h 13m to get from Exeter to Porthcawl, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Exeter to Porthcawl bus from?

Exeter to Porthcawl bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Bampfylde Street station.

Train or bus from Exeter to Porthcawl?

The best way to get from Exeter to Porthcawl is to train which takes 3h 13m and costs £30 - £80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £13 - £40 and takes 5h 3m.

Where does the Exeter to Porthcawl bus arrive?

Exeter to Porthcawl bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bus Station.

Can I drive from Exeter to Porthcawl?

Yes, the driving distance between Exeter to Porthcawl is 129 miles. It takes approximately 2h 17m to drive from Exeter to Porthcawl.

Where can I stay near Porthcawl?

There are 894+ hotels available in Porthcawl.

Exeter to Porthcawl - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Exeter 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 Exeter St Davids to Bristol ParkwayPlymouth - Sheffield / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to BridgendLondon Paddington - Swansea / ...
3h 13m
£32–76
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bampfylde Street to Bus StationUk049 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Sarn OdeonUk910 / ...
5h 3m
£13–38
Drive 128.4 mi
1. Drive from Exeter to Porthcawl128.4 mi
2h 17m
£33–47
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Cardiff CentralExeter St Davids - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the bus from Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 2 to Porthcawl Metrolink 4X2
4h 23m

Exeter to Porthcawl by train and bus

136Weekly Services

3h 13mAverage Duration

£32Cheapest Price

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Distance: 142.2 mi
Duration: 3h 13m

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

You can take a train from Exeter St Davids to Northways via Bristol Parkway, Bridgend, and Bridgend Bus Station Stand 5 in around 3h 13m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bampfylde Street to John Street via Bus Station and Sarn Odeon in around 5h 3m.

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