Exeter to Porthcawl: Road Trip Guide & Distance

53.1 miles 85.4 km · straight line
133 miles actual route 214 km · driving distance
2h 35min estimated drive time
£20 - £25 estimated fuel cost
~36min flight time · usually no direct flights
352° N bearing direction

How far is Exeter from Porthcawl?

The distance from Exeter to Porthcawl is 53.1 miles (85.4 km) as the crow flies. Porthcawl is located N of Exeter. By car, the driving distance is approximately 133 miles, taking about 2h 35min. A direct flight would take roughly 36min. Both are located in United Kingdom.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Exeter and Porthcawl. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Exeter to Porthcawl

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 35min £20 - £25 Flexible stops
Bus ~3h 6min $11–$20* Budget
Train ~2h 27min $16–$47* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Exeter & Porthcawl

Quick Facts

Exeter
50.72°N, 3.53°W
Europe/London
24m elevation
Porthcawl
51.48°N, 3.70°W
Europe/London
12m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 18 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 4 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 469.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM