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Manchester to Porthmadog trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Manchester and Porthmadog takes 7h 19m and the fastest train takes 5h 8m. The train service runs several times per day from Manchester 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.

7h 19m
Duration
168 mi
Distance
£80
Average price
Every 4 hours
Frequency

Train

best
  1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Shrewsburytrain train
  2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Machynllethtrain train
  3. Take the train from Machynlleth to Porthmadogtrain train
6h 23m
£68–118

Manchester to Porthmadog train times

Trains run every 4 hours between Manchester and Porthmadog. The earliest departure is at 7:30 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Manchester is at 10:33 PM which arrives into Porthmadog at 12:38 PM. All services require a transfer at Shrewsbury and take an average of 7h 19m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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Map of how to get from Manchester to Porthmadog.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 167.6 mi
  • Duration: 7h 19m

What companies run services between Manchester, England and Porthmadog, Wales?

You can take a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Porthmadog via Shrewsbury and Machynlleth in around 6h 23m.

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