Britain Day Trips 
Overview
A lively South Wales seaside town with a choice of beaches. Walk the promenade to the historic harbour and its cast-iron lighthouse, relax on the sands at Sandy Bay or Rest Bay, and enjoy the cafés and ice cream along the seafront.
Highlights
- Rest Bay and Sandy Bay beaches
- The harbour and the cast-iron lighthouse
- The seafront promenade and cafés
- Clifftop coastal path views
- Reclining seats, air-con and an on-board toilet [confirm]
Itinerary
Times are approximate and depend on traffic.
- Depart BirminghamBoard the coach in Birmingham city centre confirm stop
- Comfort stopAbout 30 minutes at motorway services
- Promenade & harbourThe seafront and lighthouse
- Beach timeRest Bay or Sandy Bay
- Depart PorthcawlComfort stop on the way home
- Arrive back in BirminghamAbout 13 hours door to door
What’s included
- Return executive coach travel from Birmingham
- Professional driver
- Comfort stop each way
- Free time in Porthcawl
- Food and drink
- Tips
Meeting point
Know before you go
- It’s a full day: about 3 h 15 min each way on the coach, with comfort stops.
- Rest Bay can be windy. It’s a popular surf beach.
- Porthcawl is in Wales: bilingual signs, same money.
- Bring a layer: British weather changes quickly, especially by the sea.
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Frequently asked questions
How long is the Porthcawl day trip from Birmingham?
About 13 hours: leaving Birmingham around 07:00 and back around 20:00, depending on traffic.
How long do we get in Porthcawl?
About 5 h 45 min.
Is Porthcawl near Barry Island?
About 40 minutes along the coast. They’re separate trips.
How do I cancel?
Cancel through your booking confirmation up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund.
to confirm Departure times, pickup points and the price on this page are our planned operation and are being confirmed with our coach operator. Your booking confirmation carries the final details.
