The average train between Porthmadog and Borth takes 2h 34m and the fastest train takes 1h 59m. The train service runs several times per day from Porthmadog to Borth. 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 Borth. The earliest departure is at 6:53 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Porthmadog is at 8:56 PM which arrives into Borth at 11:18 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 34m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Porthmadog to Borth. However, there are services departing from Porthmadog station and arriving at Borth station via Dovey Junction. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 34m.
Porthmadog to Borth train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Porthmadog station.
Porthmadog to Borth train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Dovey Junction station.
The distance between Porthmadog and Borth is 48.9 km. The road distance is 78 km.
Transport for Wales operates a train from Porthmadog to Dovey Junction every 4 hours. Tickets cost £16–28 and the journey takes 1h 49m.