The average train between Porthmadog and Birmingham takes 5h 17m and the fastest train takes 4h 23m. The train service runs several times per day from Porthmadog to Birmingham. 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 Porthmadog and Birmingham. The earliest departure is at 7:47 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Porthmadog is at 8:56 PM which arrives into Birmingham at 8:30 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 5h 17m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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4h 28m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Porthmadog to Birmingham? 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 Porthmadog to Birmingham. However, there are services departing from Porthmadog station and arriving at Birmingham New Street station via Machynlleth station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 17m.
Porthmadog to Birmingham train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Porthmadog station.
Porthmadog to Birmingham train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.
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The distance between Porthmadog and Birmingham is 158.1 km. The road distance is 191 km.
You can take a train from Porthmadog to Birmingham New Street via Machynlleth in around 5h 21m.