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

The cheapest way to get from Solihull to Porthcawl is to bus via Newport which costs £14 - £45 and takes 7h.

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

The fastest way to get from Solihull to Porthcawl is to drive which takes 2h 22m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Solihull and Porthcawl?

No, there is no direct bus from Solihull to Porthcawl. However, there are services departing from Lode Lane and arriving at John Street via Birmingham Coach Station and Sarn Odeon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 48m.

How far is it from Solihull to Porthcawl?

The distance between Solihull and Porthcawl is 153 miles. The road distance is 130.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Solihull to Porthcawl without a car is to train which takes 4h 5m and costs £45 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 4h 5m to get from Solihull to Porthcawl, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Solihull to Porthcawl bus from?

Solihull to Porthcawl bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Birmingham Coach Station.

Train or bus from Solihull to Porthcawl?

The best way to get from Solihull to Porthcawl is to train which takes 4h 5m and costs £45 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £19 - £45 and takes 5h 48m.

Where does the Solihull to Porthcawl bus arrive?

Solihull to Porthcawl bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Sarn Odeon station.

Can I drive from Solihull to Porthcawl?

Yes, the driving distance between Solihull to Porthcawl is 130 miles. It takes approximately 2h 22m to drive from Solihull to Porthcawl.

Where can I stay near Porthcawl?

There are 890+ hotels available in Porthcawl.

Solihull to Porthcawl - 5 ways to travel via train, line 76 bus, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Solihull 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 Birmingham New Street to Bristol ParkwayManchester Piccadilly - Bristol Temple Meads / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to BridgendLondon Paddington - Swansea / ...
4h 5m
£46–128
Bus via Newport
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Newhall St to Queensway Q1Uk077
2. Take the bus from Queensway Q1 to Sarn OdeonUk910 / ...
7h
£14–42
Line 76 bus, train, bus
1. Take the bus from Solihull Town Centre to Queen Elizabeth Hospital76
2. Take the train from University to Cardiff Central
3. Take the bus from Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 2 to Porthcawl Metrolink 4X2
5h 40m
Drive 129.4 mi
1. Drive from Solihull to Porthcawl129.4 mi
2h 22m
£33–47
Bus
1. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Sarn Odeon111 / ...
5h 48m
£19–43

Solihull to Porthcawl by train, foot, and bus

158Weekly Services

4h 5mAverage Duration

£46Cheapest Price

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Distance: 151.8 mi
Duration: 4h 5m

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

You can take a train from Solihull to Northways via Birmingham Moor Street, Birmingham New Street, Bristol Parkway, Bridgend, and Bridgend Bus Station Stand 5 in around 4h 5m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Sarn Odeon every 3 hours. Tickets cost £17–40 and the journey takes 3h 15m.

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