Bristol to Porthcawl train with Great Western Rail

Thu, Nov 06
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Bristol to Porthcawl

Showing times and prices for Nov 06

Cheapest price

€35

Average price

€35

Fastest journey

2 h 1 m

Average duration

2 h 1 m

Trains per day

1

Distance

77 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Bristol to Porthcawl will cost around €35 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €35.

Fast trains

Of the 1 trains that leave Bristol for Porthcawl on Thu, Nov 06, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Thu, Nov 06 the direct trains cover the 77 km distance in an average of 2 h 1 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 1 m .

On Thu, Nov 06 the slowest trains will take 2 h 1 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.

Great Western Rail
08:27AM2h01
Bristol
10:28AMPorthcawl
351One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare bus and train for Bristol to Porthcawl

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bristol to Porthcawl among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 18m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €6, and a train costs an average of €35.

Distance: 77 km

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Bus

€35

Average price

€7

Average price

Cheapest

1h 48m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 18m

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30m

Additional time*

2h 28m

Average total duration

1h 58m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

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National Express

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Live departures

Bristol to Porthcawl train times

The table below shows live departures for Bristol to Porthcawl trains for tomorrow, Thursday, November 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 8:03 PM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
great_western8:27 AM Bristol
2h01
10:28 AM Porthcawl0 transfersDirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Bristol to Porthcawl

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Trains from Bristol to Porthcawl run on average 16 times per day, taking around 1h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €35 but you can travel from only €6 by bus.

The earliest train runs at 05:20, the last at 22:09. The fastest train covers the 77 km distance in 1h 25m.

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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €6
Distance
77 km
Average train duration
1h 18m
Cheapest ticket price
€35
Trains per day
16
Fastest train
1h 25m
First train
05:20
Last train
22:09
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €6

Train companies: Great Western Rail from Bristol to Porthcawl trainsGreat Western Rail trains will get you between Bristol and Porthcawl from €6. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Great Western Rail

About
Great Western Railway is a train operating company in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London Paddington to the West of England, South Wales and the Cotswolds. It also operates services from London Paddington to Oxford, Reading and Bristol. It offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, Off-Peak and Super Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, air conditioning and catering services. The most popular routes for Great Western Railway are London Paddington to Bristol, Reading and Oxford.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 25m
Cheapest Price
€26
Great Western Rail frequency
12 a day
Luggage included
Two pieces of luggage and one piece of hand luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, dedicated luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, sandwiches. First Class at-seat service on some routes
Seat reservation
Optional seat reservations available for a fee. Free in First Class
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

FAQs: Trains from Bristol to Porthcawl

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol to Porthcawl by train. 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 train, 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 train tickets from Bristol to Porthcawl can start from as little as €13 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Bristol to Porthcawl is €28; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Bristol to Porthcawl train time is 1 h 17 min   covering the 76 km long trip, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Bristol to Porthcawl leaves at 04: 11. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last train from Bristol to Porthcawl leaves at 22: 58.
There are 12 trains a day from Bristol to Porthcawl which require at least one change with Great Western Rail. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.
For the best Bristol to Porthcawl train to buy, you can travel safely and comfortably with Great Western Rail. However, it's always good to check all possible train companies with services from Bristol to Porthcawl to compare what amenities they may offer.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 22: 58.
A day trip to Porthcawl from Bristol is worth doing with a journey time of 1 h 17 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from Bristol to Porthcawl by train is July.
You have options as you can travel between Bristol and Porthcawl 2 different ways: coach or train.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Bristol to Porthcawl

Bristol
Porthcawl
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
  • Sun: 06:45 - 21:30
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi in the station.
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: WHS/M&S; Uppercrust; Pumpkin; Pasty Shop; Starbucks; Lily's Flowers
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Dining
Dining
  • The Pasty Shop
  • Starbucks
  • Upper Crust
  • Pumpkin Café
  • Hart's Bakery
Taxis
Taxis
  • Taxi: The taxi rank is available on the station forecourt. If you require an accessible taxi please approach a member of staff for assistance. To reach the station forecourt; exit through the ticket barriers, turn left and exit through the main doors. You can find more information about local taxi services here.
  • Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators.
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: Ladies, Gents and Baby Change are located in the Passenger Subway. The Baby Change is located next to the Ladies Toilets. An additional Baby Change facility is also located in the Accessible Toilet on Platform 13/15. Accessible Toilets are located on Platform 3 by the Help Desk and on Platform 13/15.
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • National key toilets location: Radar Key available from station staff.
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Hotel
Hotel
  • Holiday Inn Express Bristol City Center
  • DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bristol City Center
  • Hilton Garden Inn Bristol City Center
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: Waiting Rooms are located on Platform 5/7 and on Platform 13/15
Ticket Office
Ticket Office
  • Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
  • Sun: 06:45 - 21:30
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: The main storage location for bikes is at The Friary at Temple Quay, just to the right of the ramped exit from the long stay car park. A limited bike storage location can be found on Station Approach by Queen Anne's Gate. There is no longer any bike storage inside the station.
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located near the main entrance.
Public transit options for Bristol Temple Meads
  • Bus lines: A1, 1, 2, 8, 39/349/X39, 70, 73, 178, 376
  • Train lines: CrossCountry, Great Western Main Line, Severn Beach Line
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station front. Alternative: the lower approach road, outside the front of Bristol & Exeter House
Bristol, AirportWifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelShowerLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
ShowerShower
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
Luggage CartsLuggage Carts
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 24 hours Monday - Sunday
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
11 km
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free
Parking
Parking
  • The car park is open 24/7 with short-term and long-term parking options available. Access via the A38 road.
Dining
Dining
  • Dexters
  • Brunel Bar & Kitchen
Taxis
Taxis
  • Outside the main terminal.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps.
WC
WC
  • £1
Hotel
Hotel
  • Hampton by Hilton Bristol Airport
  • Holiday Inn Bristol Airport
  • Winford Manor Hotel
Shower
Shower
  • Cost £10
Lost and Found Office
Lost and Found Office
  • Located in the main terminal
Car Rental
Car Rental
  • Avis
  • Europcar
  • Hertz
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located in the main terminal
Luggage Carts
Luggage Carts
  • Free
Station Plan
  • Main Terminal: check-in desks, security, and departure gates
  • Arrivals Hall: baggage claim and customs
  • Parking: short-term and long-term options available
Public transit options for Bristol, Airport
  • Bus: Airport Flyer Express
  • Train: Bristol Temple Meads station is the nearest major train station, connected by bus services

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