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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Bristol to Porthcawl
- Cheapest price on Nov 07
- €17
- Average ticket price on Nov 07
- €27
- Fastest journey on Nov 07
- 1 h 19 m
- Average journey duration on Nov 07
- 1 h 36 m
- Trains on Nov 07
- 3
- Distance
- 77 km
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 €27 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €17.
On Sat, Nov 07, we found 3 trains from Bristol to Porthcawl, including 3 direct services.
On Sat, Nov 07 the direct trains cover the 77 km distance in an average of 1 h 36 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 19 m .
On Sat, Nov 07 the slowest trains will take 2 h 2 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.
6:04 AM 1h19 Bristol 7:23 AM Porthcawl €17 1 One-way 0 transfers8:33 AM 1h28 Bristol 10:01 AM Porthcawl €29 1 One-way 0 transfers1:23 PM 2h02 Bristol 3:25 PM Porthcawl €36 1 One-way 0 transfers
6:04 AM 1h19 Bristol 7:23 AM Porthcawl €17 1 One-way 0 transfers8:33 AM 1h28 Bristol 10:01 AM Porthcawl €29 1 One-way 0 transfers1:23 PM 2h02 Bristol 3:25 PM Porthcawl €36 1 One-way 0 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Train from Bristol to Porthcawl
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Bristol to Porthcawl run on average 11 times per day, taking around 1h 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €10 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 2m.
Distance 77 km |
Average train duration 1h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price €10 |
Trains per day 11 |
Fastest train 1h 2m |
First train 5:20 AM |
Last train 10:09 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
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Live departures
Bristol to Porthcawl train times
The table below shows live departures for Bristol to Porthcawl trains for tomorrow, Saturday, November 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6:04 AM Bristol | 1h19 | 7:23 AM Porthcawl | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:33 AM Bristol | 1h28 | 10:01 AM Porthcawl | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 1:23 PM Bristol | 2h02 | 3:25 PM Porthcawl | 0 transfersDirect | |
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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.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Bristol to Porthcawl
Most Bristol to Porthcawl trains use the Bristol Temple Meads to station pair. Use this guide to compare Bristol and Porthcawl train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Bristol Temple Meads from Bristol city centre
Bristol Temple Meads train station facilities and services
Bristol Temple Meads has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: The Pasty Shop, Starbucks, Upper Crust, Pumpkin Café, Hart's Bakery
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located near Platform 3.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30, Sun: 06:45 - 21:30. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bristol Temple Meads: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bristol Temple Meads: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bristol Temple Meads: Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators. .
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Express Bristol City Center, DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bristol City Center, Hilton Garden Inn Bristol City Center.
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