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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from London to Porthcawl
Cheapest price
£18
Average price
£19
Fastest journey
4 h 45 m
Average duration
5 h 28 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
248 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from London to Porthcawl is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London to Porthcawl will cost around £19 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £18.
Of the 2 buses that leave London 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 248 km distance in an average of 5 h 28 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 45 m .
The slowest buses will take 6 h 10 m 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.
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for London to Porthcawl
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Porthcawl among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £9. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £9, and a train costs an average of £40.
Distance: 248 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£14 Average Price Cheapest | £63 Average Price |
4h 40m Average total duration 4h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 45m Average total duration Fastest 2h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
London to Porthcawl bus times
The table below shows live departures for London to Porthcawl coaches for today, Wednesday 5 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 21:00 London | 6h40 | 03:40 Porthcawl | 0 changesdirect | |
| 21:30 London | 6h10 | 03:40 Porthcawl | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thursday 6 November | |||||
| 14:30 London | 4h45 | 19:15 Porthcawl | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from London to Porthcawl
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from London to Porthcawl run on average 43 times per day, taking around 4h 10m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £9 if you book in advance.
There are 8 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:10, the last at 23:50. The fastest coach covers the 248 km distance in 4h 0m.
Distance 248 km |
Average bus duration 4h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Buses per day 43 |
Direct buses 8 |
Fastest bus 4h 0m |
First bus 00:10 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Bus providers: National Express from London to PorthcawlYou can travel by bus between London to Porthcawl with National Express for as low as £9. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: London to Porthcawl coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London 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.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in London and Porthcawl
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Caffè Nero (in the station)
- Available outside the arrivals area, with services provided by licensed black cabs and private hire vehicles.
- Ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 105, 111, 140, 285, 423 Train: Heathrow Express Metro: Piccadilly
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret A Manger (in the station)
- Caffè Nero (in the station)
- Available outside the arrivals area.
- Elevators, ramps, assistance
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 285, 490 Train: Heathrow Express Metro: Piccadilly
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- The Crown Rivers (in the station)
- Giraffe (in the station)
- Wagamama (in the station).
- Available outside the arrivals area.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 423, 7, 285 Train: Heathrow Express Metro: Piccadilly
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Pret a Manger (in the station)
- Starbucks (in the station).
- Available outside the station on Buckingham Palace Road.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 11, 44, 170, 211, C1, C10 Metro: Victoria Train: Southern, Gatwick Express
Accessibility- The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible
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