The average train between Birmingham and Porthmadog Station takes 5h 33m and the fastest train takes 4h 21m. The train service runs several times per day from Birmingham to Porthmadog Station. 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 Station. 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 Station at 8:48 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 5h 33m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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Want to know about travelling from Birmingham to Porthmadog Station? 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 Station. However, there are services departing from Birmingham station and arriving at Porthmadog Station station via Machynlleth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 33m.
Birmingham to Porthmadog Station train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Birmingham New Street station.
Birmingham to Porthmadog Station train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Porthmadog station.
Book your Birmingham to Porthmadog Station train tickets online with Transport for Wales.
The distance between Birmingham and Porthmadog Station is 158.6 km. The road distance is 237 km.
You can take a train from Birmingham New Street to Porthmadog via Machynlleth in around 5h 20m.