The average train between Crewe and Porthmadog takes 5h 32m and the fastest train takes 4h 11m. The train service runs several times per day from Crewe 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 Crewe and Porthmadog. The earliest departure is at 6:36 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Crewe is at 8:50 PM which arrives into Porthmadog at 8:48 AM. All services require a transfer at Shrewsbury and take an average of 5h 32m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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4h 41m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Crewe 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 Crewe to Porthmadog. However, there are services departing from Crewe station and arriving at Porthmadog station via Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 32m.
Crewe to Porthmadog train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Crewe station.
Crewe to Porthmadog train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Porthmadog station.
Book your Crewe to Porthmadog train tickets online with Transport for Wales.
The distance between Crewe and Porthmadog is 114.5 km. The road distance is 220 km.
You can take a train from Crewe to Porthmadog via Shrewsbury and Dovey Junction in around 6h.