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

The cheapest way to get from Saltash to Porthcawl is to bus via Bristol which costs £15 - £60 and takes 6h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Saltash to Porthcawl is to drive which takes 2h 58m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Saltash and Porthcawl?

No, there is no direct bus from Saltash to Porthcawl. However, there are services departing from Callington Road and arriving at John Street via Plymouth Coach Station, Bus Station and Sarn Odeon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 52m.

How far is it from Saltash to Porthcawl?

The distance between Saltash and Porthcawl is 199 miles. The road distance is 175.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Saltash to Porthcawl without a car is to train which takes 5h 5m and costs £28 - £100.

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

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

Where do I catch the Saltash to Porthcawl bus from?

Saltash to Porthcawl bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Plymouth Coach Station.

Train or bus from Saltash to Porthcawl?

The best way to get from Saltash to Porthcawl is to train which takes 5h 5m and costs £28 - £100. Alternatively, you can bus via Bristol, which costs £15 - £60 and takes 6h 52m.

Where does the Saltash to Porthcawl bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Saltash to Porthcawl?

Yes, the driving distance between Saltash to Porthcawl is 175 miles. It takes approximately 2h 58m to drive from Saltash to Porthcawl.

Where can I stay near Porthcawl?

There are 893+ hotels available in Porthcawl.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Saltash 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 Plymouth to Bristol ParkwayPlymouth - Sheffield / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to BridgendLondon Paddington - Swansea / ...
5h 5m
£29–99
Bus via Bristol
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Plymouth Coach Station to Bus StationUk045 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Sarn OdeonUk910 / ...
6h 52m
£15–60
Drive 174.2 mi
1. Drive from Saltash to Porthcawl174.2 mi
2h 58m
£44–63
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Plymouth to Exeter St Davids
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Cardiff Central
3. Take the bus from Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 2 to Porthcawl Metrolink 4X2
6h 50m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Plymouth Coach Station to Sophia GardensCp5
2. Take the bus from Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 2 to Porthcawl Metrolink 4X2
7h 24m

Saltash to Porthcawl by train and bus

116Weekly Services

5h 5mAverage Duration

£29Cheapest Price

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Distance: 197.8 mi
Duration: 5h 5m

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

You can take a train from Saltash to Northways via Plymouth, Bristol Parkway, Bridgend, and Bridgend Bus Station Stand 5 in around 5h 5m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Callington Road to John Street via Railway Station, Plymouth Coach Station, Bus Station, and Sarn Odeon in around 6h 52m.

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