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

The cheapest way to get from Porthcawl to Looe is to bus via Bristol which costs £19 - £70 and takes 8h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Porthcawl to Looe is to drive which takes 3h 20m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Porthcawl and Looe?

No, there is no direct bus from Porthcawl to Looe station. However, there are services departing from Griffin Park and arriving at Fire Station via Bridgend Bus Station Stand 6, Sarn Odeon, Bus Station and Pilgrim Primary. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 27m.

How far is it from Porthcawl to Looe?

The distance between Porthcawl and Looe is 220 miles. The road distance is 190.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Porthcawl to Looe without a car is to train which takes 6h 54m and costs £55 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 6h 54m to get from Porthcawl to Looe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Porthcawl to Looe bus from?

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

Train or bus from Porthcawl to Looe?

The best way to get from Porthcawl to Looe is to train which takes 6h 54m and costs £55 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus via Bristol, which costs £19 - £70 and takes 8h 27m.

Where does the Porthcawl to Looe bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Porthcawl to Looe?

Yes, the driving distance between Porthcawl to Looe is 191 miles. It takes approximately 3h 20m to drive from Porthcawl to Looe.

Where can I stay near Looe?

There are 2081+ hotels available in Looe.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Porthcawl to Looe 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 PlymouthEdinburgh - Plymouth / ...
6h 54m
£57–142
Bus via Bristol
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sarn Odeon to Bus StationUk940 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Plymouth Coach StationUk045 / ...
8h 27m
£19–66
Drive 189.7 mi
1. Drive from Porthcawl to Looe189.7 mi
3h 20m
£48–68
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Porthcawl Library to Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 2X2
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to LiskeardCardiff Central - Truro / ...
8h 8m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Porthcawl Library to Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 2X2
2. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Plymouth Coach StationCp5
8h 52m

Porthcawl to Looe by bus and train

104Weekly Services

6h 54mAverage Duration

£57Cheapest Price

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Distance: 218.5 mi
Duration: 6h 54m

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

You can take a bus from Griffin Park to Bridge via Bridgend Bus Station Stand 9, Bridgend, Bristol Parkway, Plymouth, Liskeard, and Liskeard station in around 6h 54m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Griffin Park to Fire Station via Bridgend Bus Station Stand 6, Sarn Odeon, Bus Station, Plymouth Coach Station, and Pilgrim Primary in around 8h 27m.

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