The average train between Porthmadog and Ludlow takes 4h 53m and the fastest train takes 3h 52m. The train service runs several times per day from Porthmadog to Ludlow. 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 Ludlow. 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 Ludlow at 11:33 AM. All services require a transfer at Machynlleth and take an average of 4h 53m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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4h 6m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Porthmadog to Ludlow? 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 Ludlow. However, there are services departing from Porthmadog station and arriving at Ludlow station via Machynlleth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 53m.
Porthmadog to Ludlow train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Porthmadog station.
Porthmadog to Ludlow train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Ludlow station.
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The distance between Porthmadog and Ludlow is 113.6 km. The road distance is 212 km.
You can take a train from Porthmadog to Ludlow via Machynlleth and Shrewsbury in around 4h 53m.