Birmingham to Porthcawl bus with National Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Birmingham to Porthcawl

Showing times and prices for 06 Nov

Cheapest price

£12

Average price

£14

Fastest journey

5 h 15 m

Average duration

6 h 8 m

Buses per day

2

Distance

166 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Birmingham to Porthcawl is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Birmingham to Porthcawl will cost around £14 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £12.

Fast coaches

Of the 2 buses that leave Birmingham for Porthcawl every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct buses cover the 166 km distance in an average of 6 h 8 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 15 m .

The slowest buses will take 7 h and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

FlixBus
16:505h15
Birmingham
22:05Porthcawl
£121One-way
0 changes
FlixBus
20:407h00
Birmingham
03:40Porthcawl
£161One-way
0 changes

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Compare coach and train for Birmingham to Porthcawl

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Birmingham to Porthcawl among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 31m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £8, and a train costs an average of £14.

Distance: 166 km

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Train

£13

Average Price

Cheapest

£56

Average Price

3h 53m

Average total duration

3h 23m

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30m

Additional time*

3h 1m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 31m

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30m

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Live departures

Birmingham to Porthcawl bus times

The table below shows live departures for Birmingham to Porthcawl coaches for today, Wednesday 5 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 19:34
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meinfernbus_flixbus20:40 Birmingham
7h00
03:40 Porthcawl0 changesdirect
Thursday 6 November
meinfernbus_flixbus16:50 Birmingham
5h15
22:05 Porthcawl0 changesdirect

This is the last bus of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Birmingham to Porthcawl

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Buses from Birmingham to Porthcawl run on average 29 times per day, taking around 3h 23m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £8 if you book in advance.

There are 10 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 01:30, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 166 km distance in 3h 35m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
166 km
Average bus duration
3h 23m
Cheapest ticket price
£8
Buses per day
29
Direct buses
10
Fastest bus
3h 35m
First bus
01:30
Last bus
23:50
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Bus providers: National Express from Birmingham to PorthcawlYou can travel by bus between Birmingham to Porthcawl with National Express for as low as £8. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

National Express

About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
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Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 35m
Cheapest Price
£11
National Express frequency
19 a day
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.

FAQs: Birmingham to Porthcawl coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham to Porthcawl by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Porthcawl, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Birmingham to Porthcawl can start from as little as £8 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Birmingham to Porthcawl is £16; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Birmingham to Porthcawl coach time is 5 h 5 min   covering the 103 mile long trip, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Birmingham to Porthcawl leaves at 01: 30. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Birmingham to Porthcawl leaves at 21: 00.
There are 17 coaches a day from Birmingham to Porthcawl which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
Take the Birmingham to Porthcawl coach with National Express. However, it's always good to check out all possible coach companies for the route between Birmingham and Porthcawl as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.
The cheapest month to travel from Birmingham to Porthcawl by coach is January.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel from Birmingham to Porthcawl including taking a coach or train.
No, the coach from Birmingham to Porthcawl has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Birmingham to Porthcawl.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Birmingham to Porthcawl.

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    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Birmingham to Porthcawl.
    No, luggage for the coach from Birmingham to Porthcawl needs to be booked in addition.
    No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Birmingham to Porthcawl.
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Birmingham to Porthcawl.
    No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Birmingham to Porthcawl.
    No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Birmingham to Porthcawl.

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    Important Stations and Airports in Birmingham and Porthcawl

    Birmingham
    Porthcawl
    Birmingham, Coach StationWifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
    Amenities at bus station
    WifiWifi
    ParkingParking
    DiningDining
    ATMATM
    TaxisTaxis
    AccessibilityAccessibility
    WCWC
    Ticket OfficeTicket Office
    information
    address
    Address
    Mill Lane, Digbeth, Birmingham, B5 6DD, United Kingdom
    ticketOfficeHours
    Ticket Office Hours
    • 06:00-23:00
    ticketOfficeHours
    Distance to city center
    1 km
    carConnection
    Car connection
    Mill Lane
    Wifi
    Wifi
    • Free Wi-Fi
    Dining
    Dining
    • Cafeteria and fast-food options inside the station
    Taxis
    Taxis
    • Available outside the main entrance.
    Accessibility
    Accessibility
    • Elevators, ramps
    WC
    WC
    • Available in the station.
    Public transport options for Birmingham, Coach Station
    • Bus: 97, 97A, X1, X2 Train: Birmingham New Street
    Birmingham, Paradise Circus Queensway
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