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

The cheapest way to get from Torquay to Porthcawl is to bus which costs £18 - £50 and takes 8h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Torquay to Porthcawl is to drive which takes 2h 38m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Torquay and Porthcawl?

No, there is no direct bus from Torquay to Porthcawl. However, there are services departing from Fleet Street and arriving at John Street via Sherborne Road, Bampfylde Street, Bus Station and Sarn Odeon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 8m.

How far is it from Torquay to Porthcawl?

The distance between Torquay and Porthcawl is 171 miles. The road distance is 149.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Torquay to Porthcawl without a car is to train which takes 4h 37m and costs £50 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 4h 37m to get from Torquay to Porthcawl, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Torquay to Porthcawl bus from?

Torquay to Porthcawl bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Bampfylde Street station.

Train or bus from Torquay to Porthcawl?

The best way to get from Torquay to Porthcawl is to train which takes 4h 37m and costs £50 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £18 - £50 and takes 8h 8m.

Where does the Torquay to Porthcawl bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Torquay to Porthcawl?

Yes, the driving distance between Torquay to Porthcawl is 150 miles. It takes approximately 2h 38m to drive from Torquay to Porthcawl.

Where can I stay near Porthcawl?

There are 877+ hotels available in Porthcawl.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Torquay 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 Newton Abbot to Bristol ParkwayPlymouth - Sheffield / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to BridgendLondon Paddington - Swansea / ...
4h 37m
£52–147
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bampfylde Street to Bus StationUkn49 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Sarn OdeonUk910 / ...
8h 8m
£18–47
Drive 149 mi
1. Drive from Torquay to Porthcawl149 mi
2h 38m
£37–54
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Paignton 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 26m

Torquay to Porthcawl by train and bus

132Weekly Services

4h 37mAverage Duration

£52Cheapest Price

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Distance: 170.2 mi
Duration: 4h 37m

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

You can take a train from Paignton to Northways via Newton Abbot, Bristol Parkway, Bridgend, and Bridgend Bus Station Stand 5 in around 4h 37m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Fleet Street to John Street via Sherborne Road, Bus Station, Bampfylde Street, Bus Station, and Sarn Odeon in around 8h 8m.

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