The average train between Derby and Porthmadog takes 7h 18m and the fastest train takes 5h 12m. The train service runs several times per day from Derby 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 Derby and Porthmadog. The earliest departure is at 7:28 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Derby is at 10:50 PM which arrives into Porthmadog at 10:49 AM. All services require a transfer at Birmingham New Street and take an average of 7h 18m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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No, there is no direct train from Derby to Porthmadog. However, there are services departing from Derby station and arriving at Porthmadog station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 18m.
Derby to Porthmadog train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Derby station.
Derby to Porthmadog train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Porthmadog station.
Book your Derby to Porthmadog train tickets online with Cross Country and Transport for Wales.
The distance between Derby and Porthmadog is 177.8 km. The road distance is 303 km.
You can take a train from Derby to Porthmadog via Birmingham New Street and Machynlleth in around 7h 6m.