Hereford, United Kingdom to Porthcawl: Road Trip Guide & Distance

58.2 miles 93.6 km · straight line
75.6 miles estimated 121.7 km · driving distance
1h 31min estimated drive time
£11 - £14 estimated fuel cost
~37min flight time · usually no direct flights
227° SW bearing direction

How far is Hereford, United Kingdom from Porthcawl?

The distance from Hereford, United Kingdom to Porthcawl is 58.2 miles (93.6 km) as the crow flies. Porthcawl is located SW of Hereford, United Kingdom. By car, the driving distance is approximately 75.6 miles, taking about 1h 31min. A direct flight would take roughly 37min. Both are located in United Kingdom.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. 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 Hereford, United Kingdom and Porthcawl. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Hereford, United Kingdom to Porthcawl

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 31min £11 - £14 Flexible stops
Bus ~1h 49min $6–$11* Budget

Suggested Stops Between Hereford, United Kingdom & Porthcawl

Quick Facts

Hereford, United Kingdom
52.06°N, 2.71°W
Europe/London
61m 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 19 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 5 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 428.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients