Porthcawl to St Ives: Road Trip Guide & Distance

116.9 miles 188.2 km · straight line
146.2 miles estimated 235.3 km · driving distance
2h 56min estimated drive time
£22 - £27 estimated fuel cost
~44min flight time · usually no direct flights
222° SW bearing direction

How far is Porthcawl from St Ives?

The distance from Porthcawl to St Ives is 116.9 miles (188.2 km) as the crow flies. St Ives is located SW of Porthcawl. By car, the driving distance is approximately 146.2 miles, taking about 2h 56min. A direct flight would take roughly 44min. 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. 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 Porthcawl and St Ives. 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 Porthcawl to St Ives

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 56min £22 - £27 Flexible stops
Bus ~3h 31min $12–$22* Budget
Train ~2h 47min $18–$51* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Porthcawl & St Ives

Quick Facts

Porthcawl
51.48°N, 3.70°W
Europe/London
12m elevation
St Ives
50.21°N, 5.48°W
Europe/London
10m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 39 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 10 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 212.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients