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

The cheapest way to get from Neath to Porthcawl is to drive which costs £4 - £6 and takes 26 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Neath to Porthcawl is to taxi which takes 26 min and costs £35 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Neath and Porthcawl?

No, there is no direct bus from Neath station to Porthcawl. However, there are services departing from Neath station and arriving at John Street via Bay Campus and Sarn Odeon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 42m.

How far is it from Neath to Porthcawl?

The distance between Neath and Porthcawl is 26 miles. The road distance is 16.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Neath to Porthcawl without a car is to train and bus which takes 53 min and costs £6 - £13.

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

It takes approximately 53 min to get from Neath to Porthcawl, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Neath to Porthcawl bus from?

Neath to Porthcawl bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Bay Campus station.

Where does the Neath to Porthcawl bus arrive?

Neath to Porthcawl bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Sarn Odeon station.

Can I drive from Neath to Porthcawl?

Yes, the driving distance between Neath to Porthcawl is 17 miles. It takes approximately 26 min to drive from Neath to Porthcawl.

Where can I stay near Porthcawl?

There are 894+ hotels available in Porthcawl.

Neath to Porthcawl - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi, car

There are 5 ways to get from Neath to Porthcawl by train, bus, taxi, 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, bus
best
1. Take the train from Neath to BridgendMilford Haven - Crewe / ...
2. Take the bus from Bridgend Bus Station Stand 5 to NorthwaysX2
53 min
£7–13
Drive 16.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Neath to Porthcawl16.4 mi
26 min
£5–6
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Neath to Porthcawl16.4 mi
26 min
£35–45
Train, line 63 bus
1. Take the train from Neath to BridgendMilford Haven - Crewe / ...
2. Take the bus from Bridgend Bus Station Stand 6 to John Street63
1h 23m
Bus, line 63 bus
1. Take the bus from Bay Campus to Sarn OdeonUk910 / ...
2. Take the bus from Sarn Odeon to John Street63
1h 42m

Neath to Porthcawl by train and bus

330Weekly Services

53 minAverage Duration

£7Cheapest Price

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Distance: 25.5 mi
Duration: 53 min

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

You can take a bus from Neath station to John Street via Bay Campus and Sarn Odeon in around 1h 42m.

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