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

The cheapest way to get from Newport to Porthcawl is to drive which costs £8 - £13 and takes 44 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Newport to Porthcawl is to drive which takes 44 min and costs £8 - £13.

Is there a direct bus between Newport and Porthcawl?

No, there is no direct bus from Newport to Porthcawl. However, there are services departing from Queensway Q1 and arriving at John Street via Sarn Odeon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 59m.

How far is it from Newport to Porthcawl?

The distance between Newport and Porthcawl is 40 miles. The road distance is 35 miles.

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

The best way to get from Newport to Porthcawl without a car is to train and bus which takes 1h 14m and costs £19 - £25.

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

It takes approximately 1h 14m to get from Newport to Porthcawl, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Newport to Porthcawl bus from?

Newport to Porthcawl bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Queensway Q1 station.

Where does the Newport to Porthcawl bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Newport to Porthcawl?

Yes, the driving distance between Newport to Porthcawl is 35 miles. It takes approximately 44 min to drive from Newport to Porthcawl.

Where can I stay near Porthcawl?

There are 874+ hotels available in Porthcawl.

Newport to Porthcawl - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, line 63 bus, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Newport 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 Newport (S Wales) to BridgendLondon Paddington - Swansea / ...
2. Take the bus from Bridgend Bus Station Stand 5 to NorthwaysX2
1h 14m
£20–25
Drive 34.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Newport to Porthcawl34.8 mi
44 min
£9–13
Train, line 63 bus
1. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to BridgendLondon Paddington - Swansea / ...
2. Take the bus from Bridgend Bus Station Stand 6 to John Street63
1h 44m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Newport to Porthcawl34.8 mi
44 min
£120–160
Bus, line 63 bus
1. Take the bus from Queensway Q1 to Sarn OdeonUk910 / ...
2. Take the bus from Sarn Odeon to John Street63
1h 59m
Bus, line 63 bus via Kingsway K14
1. Take the bus from Kingsway K14 to Sarn Odeon201 / ...
2. Take the bus from Sarn Odeon to John Street63
2h 19m

Newport to Porthcawl by train and bus

242Weekly Services

1h 14mAverage Duration

£20Cheapest Price

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Distance: 39.6 mi
Duration: 1h 14m

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

You can take a bus from Queensway Q1 to John Street via Sarn Odeon in around 1h 59m.

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