The average train between Porthmadog and Chirk takes 4h 51m and the fastest train takes 3h 43m. The train service runs several times per day from Porthmadog to Chirk. 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 Chirk. 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 Chirk at 7:49 AM. All services require a transfer at Machynlleth and take an average of 4h 51m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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3h 48m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Porthmadog to Chirk? 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 Chirk. However, there are services departing from Porthmadog station and arriving at Shrewsbury station via Machynlleth station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 51m.
Porthmadog to Chirk train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Porthmadog station.
Porthmadog to Chirk train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Shrewsbury station.
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The distance between Porthmadog and Chirk is 71.9 km. The road distance is 89 km.
You can take a train from Porthmadog to Chirk via Machynlleth and Shrewsbury in around 5h 9m.