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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Porthcawl is to bus which costs £18 - £80 and takes 8h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Porthcawl is to drive which takes 4h 14m and costs £50 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Porthcawl?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston station to Porthcawl. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at John Street via Shudehill Interchange, Bus Station and Sarn Odeon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 36m.

How far is it from Preston to Porthcawl?

The distance between Preston and Porthcawl is 218 miles. The road distance is 207.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Porthcawl without a car is to train which takes 5h 33m and costs £80 - £170.

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

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

Where do I catch the Preston to Porthcawl bus from?

Preston to Porthcawl bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Bus Station.

Train or bus from Preston to Porthcawl?

The best way to get from Preston to Porthcawl is to train which takes 5h 33m and costs £80 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £18 - £80 and takes 8h 36m.

Where does the Preston to Porthcawl bus arrive?

Preston to Porthcawl bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Shudehill Interchange station.

Can I drive from Preston to Porthcawl?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Porthcawl is 207 miles. It takes approximately 4h 14m to drive from Preston to Porthcawl.

Where can I stay near Porthcawl?

There are 890+ hotels available in Porthcawl.

Preston to Porthcawl - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Preston to Porthcawl 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 Preston to CreweGlasgow Central - Rugby / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to BridgendManchester Piccadilly - Port Talbot Parkway / ...
5h 33m
£81–170
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Shudehill Interchange
2. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Bus Station
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Sarn Odeon
8h 36m
£19–77
Drive 206.1 mi
1. Drive from Preston to Porthcawl206.1 mi
4h 14m
£52–74
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Piccadilly
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Bristol Parkway
3. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Cardiff Central
4. Take the bus from Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 2 to Porthcawl Metrolink 4X2
7h 37m

Preston to Porthcawl by train and bus

66Weekly Services

5h 33mAverage Duration

£81Cheapest Price

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Distance: 216.7 mi
Duration: 5h 33m

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

You can take a train from Preston to Northways via Crewe, Bridgend, and Bridgend Bus Station Stand 5 in around 5h 33m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to John Street via Shudehill Interchange, Bus Station, and Sarn Odeon in around 8h 36m.

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