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Rugby to Porthmadog trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Rugby and Porthmadog takes 8h 39m and the fastest train takes 5h 23m. The train service runs several times per day from Rugby to Porthmadog. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

8h 39m
Duration
177 mi
Distance
£70
Average price
4 times a day
Frequency

Train

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  1. Take the train from Rugby to Wolverhamptontrain train
  2. Take the train from Wolverhampton to Machynllethtrain train
  3. Take the train from Machynlleth to Porthmadogtrain train
6h 49m
£60–97

Rugby to Porthmadog train times

Trains run 4 times a day between Rugby and Porthmadog. The earliest departure is at 12:51 AM at night, and the last departure from Rugby is at 7:20 PM which arrives into Porthmadog at 11:46 AM. All services require a transfer at Wolverhampton and take an average of 8h 39m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastTransport for WalesTransport for Wales6h 39m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastTransport for WalesTransport for Wales13h 32m • 2 changes

Departing Thursday, October 15, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastTransport for WalesTransport for Wales9h 48m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastTransport for WalesTransport for Wales6h 39m • 2 changes

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    Arrives next day

    Avanti West CoastTransport for WalesTransport for Wales13h 32m • 2 changes

Departing Friday, October 16, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastTransport for WalesTransport for Wales9h 48m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastTransport for WalesTransport for Wales6h 39m • 2 changes

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    Arrives next day

    Avanti West CoastTransport for WalesTransport for Wales13h 32m • 2 changes

Departing Saturday, October 17, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastTransport for WalesTransport for Wales9h 38m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastTransport for WalesTransport for Wales5h 23m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastTransport for WalesTransport for Wales5h 37m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastTransport for WalesTransport for Wales5h 34m • 2 changes
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Departing Sunday, October 18, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastTransport for WalesTransport for Wales5h 29m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastTransport for WalesTransport for Wales5h 30m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastTransport for WalesTransport for Wales5h 42m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastTransport for WalesTransport for Wales5h 31m • 2 changes
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Departing Monday, October 19, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastTransport for WalesTransport for Wales9h 58m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastTransport for WalesTransport for Wales6h 39m • 2 changes

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    Arrives next day

    Avanti West CoastTransport for WalesTransport for Wales13h 32m • 2 changes

Departing Tuesday, October 20, 2026

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    Avanti West CoastTransport for WalesTransport for Wales9h 43m • 2 changes

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    Avanti West CoastTransport for WalesTransport for Wales6h 39m • 2 changes

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Rugby to Porthmadog? 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.

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  • Distance: 177.1 mi
  • Duration: 8h 39m

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

You can take a train from Rugby to Porthmadog via Wolverhampton and Machynlleth in around 6h 49m.

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