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

The cheapest way to get from Porthcawl to Birmingham is to bus which costs £14 - £50 and takes 5h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Porthcawl to Birmingham is to drive which takes 2h 19m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Porthcawl and Birmingham?

No, there is no direct bus from Porthcawl to Birmingham. However, there are services departing from Griffin Park and arriving at Newhall St via Bridgend Bus Station Stand 6, Sarn Odeon and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 17m.

How far is it from Porthcawl to Birmingham?

The distance between Porthcawl and Birmingham is 145 miles. The road distance is 130.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Porthcawl to Birmingham without a car is to train which takes 3h 28m and costs £45 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 3h 28m to get from Porthcawl to Birmingham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Porthcawl to Birmingham bus from?

Porthcawl to Birmingham bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Sarn Odeon station.

Train or bus from Porthcawl to Birmingham?

The best way to get from Porthcawl to Birmingham is to train which takes 3h 28m and costs £45 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £14 - £50 and takes 5h 17m.

Where does the Porthcawl to Birmingham bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Porthcawl to Birmingham?

Yes, the driving distance between Porthcawl to Birmingham is 130 miles. It takes approximately 2h 19m to drive from Porthcawl to Birmingham.

Where can I stay near Birmingham?

There are 3344+ hotels available in Birmingham.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Porthcawl to Birmingham 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 Bridgend to Bristol ParkwaySwansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Birmingham New StreetBristol Temple Meads - Stockport / ...
3h 28m
£45–119
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sarn Odeon to Bus StationUk940 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Newhall StUk070 / ...
5h 17m
£14–48
Drive 129.4 mi
1. Drive from Porthcawl to Birmingham129.4 mi
2h 19m
£32–46
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Porthcawl Library to Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 2X2
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New StreetCardiff Central - Nottingham / ...
4h 34m
Bus, train via Hereford
1. Take the bus from Porthcawl Library to Bridgend Bus Station Stand 663 / ...
2. Take the train from Bridgend to Hereford
3. Take the train from Hereford to Birmingham New Street
5h 38m
£57–102

Porthcawl to Birmingham by bus and train

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3h 28mAverage Duration

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Distance: 143.9 mi
Duration: 3h 28m

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

You can take a bus from Northways to Birmingham New Street via Bridgend Bus Station Stand 9, Bridgend, and Bristol Parkway in around 3h 28m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Griffin Park to Newhall St via Bridgend Bus Station Stand 6, Sarn Odeon, and Bus Station in around 5h 17m.

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