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Compare bus and train for Bristol to Porthcawl

Omio recommends booking the bus 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 21m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €6, and a train costs an average of €17.

Distance: 77 km

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Train	Most popular Bus
€32 Average price	€8 Average price Cheapest
1h 51m Average total duration Fastest 1h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	2h 28m Average total duration 1h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time*
Most popular train company	Most popular bus company
Direct Options	Direct Options

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Why should you book Bristol to Porthcawl trains with Omio?

Great Western Railway operates all trains services from Bristol to Porthcawl.

Omio is an official ticket reseller for all your travel options from Bristol to Porthcawl.

Why book with Omio vs Great Western Railway?

Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Great Western Railway with all available travel options, which are bus and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Bristol to Porthcawl.

Why book with Omio over Wanderu?

Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Bristol to Porthcawl.

Journey information

Overview: Train from Bristol to Porthcawl

United Kingdom

Trains from Bristol to Porthcawl run on average 17 times per day, taking around 1h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €17 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 19m.

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 21m

Cheapest ticket price

€17

Trains per day

Fastest train

1h 19m

First train

5:20 AM

Last train

10:09 PM

Cheapest Month

Jul

Cheapest Day

Sun

High Season

Apr - Jun

Low Season

Oct - Dec

Busiest Day

Sat

Least Busy Day

Sat

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from €6

Train companies: Great Western Railway from Bristol to Porthcawl trainsGreat Western Railway 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 Railway

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 19m

Cheapest Price

€17

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

Learn more about Great Western Railway

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.

Cheap train tickets from Bristol to Porthcawl can start from as little as €17 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Bristol to Porthcawl is €32; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The average journey time by train from Bristol to Porthcawl is 1h 19m to travel the 77 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.

The earliest train from Bristol to Porthcawl leaves at 5:20 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The latest train from Bristol to Porthcawl leaves at 10:09 PM.

There are 17 trains a day from Bristol to Porthcawl which require at least one change with Great Western Railway. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.

When taking a train from Bristol to Porthcawl, you can count on Great Western Railway for the best way to get you to Porthcawl. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Bristol and Porthcawl and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.

A day trip to Porthcawl from Bristol is worth doing with a journey time of 1h 19m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month for a train from Bristol to Porthcawl is July.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Bristol and Porthcawl including taking a bus and train.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Bristol to Porthcawl

Most Bristol to Porthcawl trains use the Bristol Temple Meads to Bridgend 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.

Departure train stations in Bristol

Arrival train stations in Porthcawl

Bristol Temple MeadsStation Approach, Bristol, BS1 6QF, United Kingdom+44 3457114141 Wifi

City-centre transport

Getting to Bristol Temple Meads from Bristol city centre

Bus16 · 7m · €4 · every ~12 min

X39, 16, 39, 522 · 8m · €4 · every ~49 min

512 · 14m

9 · 15m · €4 · every ~22 min

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.

More about Bristol Temple Meads

Bristol, AirportLulsgate Bottom, North Somerset, Bristol BS48 3DY, United Kingdom+44 371 334 4444 Wifi

City-centre transport

Getting to Bristol, Airport from Bristol city centre

Bristol, Airport is 11 km from Bristol city centre. Public transport options include:

BusFal · 19m · €11 · every ~4 min

A1 · 29m · €4 · every ~30 min

A1 · 32m · €4 · every ~30 min

A1 · 39m · €4 · every ~30 min

Bristol, Airport train station facilities and services

Bristol, Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.