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Trip Overview

The average train between Porthmadog and Macclesfield takes 5h 56m and the fastest train takes 4h 57m. The train service runs several times per day from Porthmadog to Macclesfield. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

5h 56m
Duration
185 mi
Distance
£78
Average price
Every 4 hours
Frequency

Porthmadog to Macclesfield train times

Trains run every 4 hours between Porthmadog and Macclesfield. 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 Macclesfield at 9:04 AM. All services require a transfer at Machynlleth and take an average of 5h 56m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesCross Country5h 17m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesCross Country5h 7m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesCross Country5h 3m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesCross Country5h 2m • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesCross Country5h 17m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesCross Country5h 7m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesCross Country5h 3m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesCross Country5h 2m • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesCross Country5h 17m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesCross Country5h 7m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesCross Country5h 3m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesCross Country5h 2m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesCross Country5h 17m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesCross Country5h 7m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesCross Country5h 3m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesCross Country5h 2m • 2 changes
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesCross Country5h 6m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesCross Country5h 7m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesCross Country4h 58m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesCross Country5h 7m • 2 changes
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesCross Country5h 17m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesCross Country5h 7m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesCross Country5h 3m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesCross Country5h 2m • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesCross Country5h 17m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesCross Country5h 7m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesCross Country5h 3m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesCross Country5h 2m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Porthmadog to Macclesfield? 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 Macclesfield.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 185.3 mi
  • Duration: 5h 56m

What companies run services between Porthmadog, Wales and Macclesfield, England?

You can take a train from Porthmadog to Macclesfield via Machynlleth and Wolverhampton in around 6h 9m.

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