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

The cheapest way to get from Porthcawl to Walsall is to bus which costs £21 - £50 and takes 6h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Porthcawl to Walsall is to drive which takes 2h 21m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Porthcawl and Walsall?

No, there is no direct bus from Porthcawl to Walsall. However, there are services departing from Griffin Park and arriving at Upper Bridge St via Bridgend Bus Station Stand 6, Sarn Odeon and Dale End. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 13m.

How far is it from Porthcawl to Walsall?

The distance between Porthcawl and Walsall is 156 miles. The road distance is 135.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Porthcawl to Walsall without a car is to train which takes 4h 6m and costs £45 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 4h 6m to get from Porthcawl to Walsall, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Porthcawl to Walsall bus from?

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

Train or bus from Porthcawl to Walsall?

The best way to get from Porthcawl to Walsall is to train which takes 4h 6m and costs £45 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £21 - £50 and takes 6h 13m.

Where does the Porthcawl to Walsall bus arrive?

Porthcawl to Walsall bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Can I drive from Porthcawl to Walsall?

Yes, the driving distance between Porthcawl to Walsall is 136 miles. It takes approximately 2h 21m to drive from Porthcawl to Walsall.

Where can I stay near Walsall?

There are 3240+ hotels available in Walsall.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Porthcawl to Walsall 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 / ...
4h 6m
£45–156
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sarn Odeon to Birmingham Coach Station111 / ...
6h 13m
£21–48
Drive 134.8 mi
1. Drive from Porthcawl to Walsall134.8 mi
2h 21m
£34–49
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 / ...
5h 11m
Bus, train via Hereford
1. Take the bus from Porthcawl Library to Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 2X2
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Hereford
3. Take the train from Hereford to Birmingham New Street
6h 8m

Porthcawl to Walsall by bus and train

152Weekly Services

4h 6mAverage Duration

£45Cheapest Price

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Distance: 154.7 mi
Duration: 4h 6m

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

You can take a bus from Northways to Walsall via Bridgend Bus Station Stand 9, Bridgend, Bristol Parkway, and Birmingham New Street in around 4h 6m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Sarn Odeon to Birmingham Coach Station every 3 hours. Tickets cost £16–40 and the journey takes 3h 40m.

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