The average train between Birmingham and Porthmadog takes 5h 31m and the fastest train takes 4h 21m. The train service runs several times per day from Birmingham to Porthmadog. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 4 hours between Birmingham and Porthmadog. The earliest departure is at 6:22 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Birmingham is at 8:24 PM which arrives into Porthmadog at 8:48 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 5h 31m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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4h 29m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Birmingham to Porthmadog? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Birmingham to Porthmadog. However, there are services departing from Birmingham New Street station and arriving at Porthmadog station via Dovey Junction station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 31m.
Birmingham to Porthmadog train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Birmingham New Street station.
Birmingham to Porthmadog train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Porthmadog station.
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The distance between Birmingham and Porthmadog is 158.1 km. The road distance is 191 km.
You can take a train from Birmingham New Street to Porthmadog via Dovey Junction in around 5h 16m.