The average train between Port Talbot and Tywyn takes 6h 32m and the fastest train takes 4h 38m. The train service runs several times per day from Port Talbot to Tywyn. 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 Port Talbot and Tywyn. The earliest departure is at 12:01 AM at night, and the last departure from Port Talbot is at 11:04 PM which arrives into Tywyn at 1:18 PM. All services require a transfer at Cardiff Central and take an average of 6h 32m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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4h 41m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Port Talbot to Tywyn? 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 Port Talbot to Tywyn. However, there are services departing from Port Talbot Parkway station and arriving at Dovey Junction station via Cardiff Central station and Shrewsbury station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 32m.
Port Talbot to Tywyn train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Port Talbot Parkway station.
Port Talbot to Tywyn train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Dovey Junction station.
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The distance between Port Talbot and Tywyn is 112.1 km. The road distance is 168 km.
You can take a train from Port Talbot Parkway to Tywyn via Cardiff Central, Shrewsbury, and Dovey Junction in around 6h 46m.