Plymouth to Porthcawl: Road Trip Guide & Distance

78.6 miles 126.5 km · straight line
174.8 miles actual route 281.3 km · driving distance
3h 18min estimated drive time
£27 - £33 estimated fuel cost
~39min flight time · usually no direct flights
14° NNE bearing direction

How far is Plymouth from Porthcawl?

The distance from Plymouth to Porthcawl is 78.6 miles (126.5 km) as the crow flies. Porthcawl is located NNE of Plymouth. By car, the driving distance is approximately 174.8 miles, taking about 3h 18min. A direct flight would take roughly 39min. 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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. 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 Plymouth 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 Plymouth to Porthcawl

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 18min £27 - £33 Flexible stops
Bus ~3h 58min $14–$26* Budget
Train ~3h 8min $21–$61* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Plymouth & Porthcawl

Quick Facts

Plymouth
50.38°N, 4.14°W
Europe/London
50m 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 26 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 7 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 316.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM