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Trip Overview

The average train between Porthmadog and Buxton takes 7h 51m and the fastest train takes 5h 53m. The train service runs several times per day from Porthmadog to Buxton. 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 51m
Duration
180 mi
Distance
£71
Average price
Every 4 hours
Frequency

Porthmadog to Buxton train times

Trains run every 4 hours between Porthmadog and Buxton. 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 Buxton at 9:53 AM. All services require a transfer at Machynlleth and take an average of 7h 51m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesTransport for WalesNorthern Trains Limited6h • 3 changes
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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesTransport for WalesNorthern Trains Limited6h 5m • 3 changes
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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesTransport for WalesNorthern Trains Limited5h 55m • 3 changes
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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesTransport for WalesNorthern Trains Limited5h 54m • 3 changes
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesTransport for WalesNorthern Trains Limited6h • 3 changes
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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesTransport for WalesNorthern Trains Limited6h 5m • 3 changes
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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesTransport for WalesNorthern Trains Limited5h 55m • 3 changes
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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesTransport for WalesNorthern Trains Limited5h 54m • 3 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesTransport for WalesNorthern Trains Limited6h • 3 changes
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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesTransport for WalesNorthern Trains Limited6h 5m • 3 changes
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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesTransport for WalesNorthern Trains Limited5h 57m • 3 changes
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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesTransport for WalesNorthern Trains Limited5h 54m • 3 changes
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesTransport for WalesNorthern Trains Limited7h 53m • 3 changes
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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesTransport for WalesNorthern Trains Limited7h 54m • 3 changes
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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesTransport for WalesNorthern Trains Limited7h 45m • 3 changes
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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesTransport for WalesNorthern Trains Limited7h 53m • 3 changes
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesTransport for WalesNorthern Trains Limited6h • 3 changes
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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesTransport for WalesNorthern Trains Limited6h 5m • 3 changes
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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesTransport for WalesNorthern Trains Limited5h 55m • 3 changes
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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesTransport for WalesNorthern Trains Limited5h 54m • 3 changes
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesTransport for WalesNorthern Trains Limited6h • 3 changes
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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesTransport for WalesNorthern Trains Limited6h 5m • 3 changes
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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesTransport for WalesNorthern Trains Limited5h 55m • 3 changes
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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesTransport for WalesNorthern Trains Limited5h 54m • 3 changes
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Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesTransport for WalesNorthern Trains Limited6h • 3 changes
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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesTransport for WalesNorthern Trains Limited6h 5m • 3 changes
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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesTransport for WalesNorthern Trains Limited5h 55m • 3 changes
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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesTransport for WalesNorthern Trains Limited5h 54m • 3 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Porthmadog to Buxton? 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.

Map of how to get from Porthmadog to Buxton.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 180.4 mi
  • Duration: 7h 51m

What companies run services between Porthmadog, Wales and Buxton, Derbyshire, England?

You can take a train from Porthmadog to Buxton via Machynlleth, Shrewsbury, and Stockport in around 7h 20m.

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