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

The cheapest way to get from Porthcawl to Poole is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Porthcawl to Poole is to drive which takes 2h 48m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Porthcawl and Poole?

No, there is no direct bus from Porthcawl to Poole station. However, there are services departing from Griffin Park and arriving at Seldown Coach Station via Bridgend Bus Station Stand 6, Sarn Odeon and Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 3m.

How far is it from Porthcawl to Poole?

The distance between Porthcawl and Poole is 218 miles. The road distance is 133 miles.

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

The best way to get from Porthcawl to Poole without a car is to train which takes 5h 33m and costs £65 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 5h 33m to get from Porthcawl to Poole, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Porthcawl to Poole bus from?

Porthcawl to Poole bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sarn Odeon station.

Train or bus from Porthcawl to Poole?

The best way to get from Porthcawl to Poole is to train which takes 5h 33m and costs £65 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £26 - £110 and takes 7h 3m.

Where does the Porthcawl to Poole bus arrive?

Porthcawl to Poole bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Can I drive from Porthcawl to Poole?

Yes, the driving distance between Porthcawl to Poole is 133 miles. It takes approximately 2h 48m to drive from Porthcawl to Poole.

Where can I stay near Poole?

There are 2209+ hotels available in Poole.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Porthcawl to Poole 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 ReadingSwansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Reading to BournemouthManchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
5h 33m
£65–180
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sarn Odeon to Heathrow Central Bus Station201 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Seldown Coach StationUk061
7h 3m
£26–109
Drive 132.2 mi
1. Drive from Porthcawl to Poole132.2 mi
2h 48m
£33–48
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Porthcawl Library to Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 2X2
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Southampton Central
3. Take the train from Southampton Central to Poole
6h 18m
Bus, train via Salisbury
1. Take the bus from Porthcawl Library to Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 2X2
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Salisbury
3. Take the bus from Meeting House Lane to The GeorgeX6
7h 56m

Porthcawl to Poole by bus and train

103Weekly Services

5h 33mAverage Duration

£65Cheapest Price

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Distance: 216.9 mi
Duration: 5h 33m

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

You can take a bus from Northways to Poole via Bridgend Bus Station Stand 9, Bridgend, Reading, and Bournemouth in around 5h 33m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Griffin Park to Seldown Coach Station via Bridgend Bus Station Stand 6, Sarn Odeon, and Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 7h 3m.

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