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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Folkestone to Porthcawl

Composite routes from Folkestone to Porthcawl

Cheapest
4 h 6 min
Car
391 km.
from $21
Other
4 h 52 min
340 km.
from $299.80
9 h 25 min
339 km.
from $103.60
8 h 40 min
Train
339 km.
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Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from London Victoria to Herbert
Ave. Duration:
3h 45m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$25.32–$35.44
Bus from Newport Train Station to Bridgend-Sarn
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$8.86–$12.66

First South & West Wales

Phone:
+44 1792 57 22 55
Website:
firstbus.co.uk/south-west-wales
Bus from Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 2 to Porthcawl
Ave. Duration:
1h 39m
Frequency:
Hourly

Train operators

First Great Western Service

Phone:
+44 3457 000 125
Email:
Website:
gwr.com/
Train from London Paddington to Bridgend
Ave. Duration:
2h 19m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$113.92–$253.16

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Bus from Folkestone to London
Ave. Duration:
2h 50m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$26.58–$39.24
Bus from London Victoria to Newport
Ave. Duration:
3h 3m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$34.18–$49.37

Southeastern

Phone:
+44 345 322 7021
Website:
southeasternrailway.co.uk/
Train from Folkestone Central to London
Ave. Duration:
56 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$55.69–$82.28

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Folkestone to Porthcawl is to bus which costs $59.78 - $86.96 and takes 9h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Folkestone to Porthcawl is to drive which takes 4h 1m and costs $76.09 - $119.57 .

Is there a direct bus between Folkestone and Porthcawl?

No, there is no direct bus from Folkestone to Porthcawl. However, there are services departing from Folkestone and arriving at John Street via London Victoria, Newport Train Station and Sarn Odeon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 25m.

How far is it from Folkestone to Porthcawl?

The distance between Folkestone and Porthcawl is 391 km. The road distance is 390.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Folkestone to Porthcawl without a car is to train which takes 4h 52m and costs $152.17 - $304.35 .

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

It takes approximately 4h 52m to get from Folkestone to Porthcawl, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Folkestone to Porthcawl bus from?

Folkestone to Porthcawl bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Folkestone station.

Train or bus from Folkestone to Porthcawl?

The best way to get from Folkestone to Porthcawl is to train which takes 4h 52m and costs $152.17 - $304.35 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $59.78 - $86.96 and takes 9h 25m.

Where does the Folkestone to Porthcawl bus arrive?

Folkestone to Porthcawl bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria station.

Can I drive from Folkestone to Porthcawl?

Yes, the driving distance between Folkestone to Porthcawl is 391 km. It takes approximately 4h 1m to drive from Folkestone to Porthcawl.

Where can I stay near Porthcawl?

There are 810+ hotels available in Porthcawl. Prices start at $44.36 per night.
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