The average train between Porthmadog and Newport takes 6h 10m and the fastest train takes 5h 1m. The train service runs several times per day from Porthmadog to Newport. 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 Newport. 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 Newport at 9:00 AM. All services require a transfer at Machynlleth and take an average of 6h 10m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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5h 25m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Porthmadog to Newport? 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 Newport. However, there are services departing from Porthmadog station and arriving at Newport station via Machynlleth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 10m.
Porthmadog to Newport train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Porthmadog station.
Porthmadog to Newport train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Newport (S Wales) station.
Book your Porthmadog to Newport train tickets online with Transport for Wales.
The distance between Porthmadog and Newport is 167.5 km. The road distance is 320 km.
You can take a train from Porthmadog to Newport (S Wales) via Machynlleth and Shrewsbury in around 6h 14m.