What is the cheapest way to get from Rosslare Harbour to Porthcawl?

The cheapest way to get from Rosslare Harbour to Porthcawl is to ferry and train via Pembroke Dock which costs £70 - £100 and takes 9h 11m.

What is the fastest way to get from Rosslare Harbour to Porthcawl?

The fastest way to get from Rosslare Harbour to Porthcawl is to ferry and train which takes 7h 25m and costs £70 - £130.

How far is it from Rosslare Harbour to Porthcawl?

The distance between Rosslare Harbour and Porthcawl is 171 miles.

How do I travel from Rosslare Harbour to Porthcawl without a car?

The best way to get from Rosslare Harbour to Porthcawl without a car is to ferry and train which takes 7h 25m and costs £70 - £130.

How long does it take to get from Rosslare Harbour to Porthcawl?

It takes approximately 7h 25m to get from Rosslare Harbour to Porthcawl, including transfers.

Where can I stay near Porthcawl?

There are 891+ hotels available in Porthcawl.

Rosslare Harbour to Porthcawl - 5 ways to travel via train, ferry, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Rosslare Harbour to Porthcawl by ferry, train, car, car ferry, or bus

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Ferry, train
best
1. Take the ferry from Rosslare Harbour to Fishguard
2. Take the train from Fishguard Harbour to BridgendFishguard Harbour - Cardiff Central / ...
7h 25m
£71–128
Ferry, train via John Street
cheapest
1. Take the ferry from Rosslare Harbour to Fishguard Harbour0
2. Take the train from Fishguard Harbour to BridgendFishguard Harbour - Cardiff Central / ...
7h 59m
£68–123
Drive, car ferry
1. Drive from Rosslare Harbour to Dublin Terminal 1
2. Take the car ferry from Dublin Terminal 1 to Holyhead
3. Drive from Holyhead to Porthcawl
9h 29m
£97–144
Ferry, train, bus
1. Take the ferry from Rosslare Harbour to Fishguard
2. Take the train from Fishguard Harbour to Carmarthen
3. Take the bus from Carmarthen Bus Station Stand 1 to Sarn OdeonT1c
8h 43m
Ferry, train via Pembroke Dock
1. Take the ferry from Rosslare Harbour to Pembroke DockRosslare Harbour-Pembroke Dock
2. Take the train from Pembroke Dock to BridgendPembroke Dock - Cardiff Central / ...
9h 11m
£72–97

Rosslare Harbour to Porthcawl by ferry, train, and bus

13Weekly Services

7h 25mAverage Duration

£71Cheapest Price

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Distance: 170.3 mi
Duration: 7h 25m

What companies run services between Rosslare Harbour, IE-WX, Ireland and Porthcawl, Wales?

There is no direct connection from Rosslare Harbour to Porthcawl. However, you can take the ferry to Fishguard, walk to Fishguard Harbour, take the train to Bridgend, walk to Bridgend Bus Station Stand 5, then take the bus to Northways. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Rosslare Harbour to Porthcawl via Dublin Terminal 1 and Holyhead in around 9h 29m.

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