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Cardiff to Porthmadog trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Cardiff and Porthmadog takes 6h 41m and the fastest train takes 5h 16m. The train service runs several times per day from Cardiff 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.

6h 41m
Duration
210 mi
Distance
£101
Average price
Every 4 hours
Frequency

Train

best
  1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Shrewsburytrain train
  2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Machynllethtrain train
  3. Take the train from Machynlleth to Porthmadogtrain train
7h 12m
£85–147

Cardiff to Porthmadog train times

Trains run every 4 hours between Cardiff and Porthmadog. The earliest departure is at 4:33 AM at night, and the last departure from Cardiff is at 10:15 PM which arrives into Porthmadog at 12:38 PM. All services require a transfer at Shrewsbury and take an average of 6h 41m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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  • Distance: 210.1 mi
  • Duration: 6h 41m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Porthmadog, Wales?

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Porthmadog via Shrewsbury and Machynlleth in around 7h 12m.

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