The average train between Stoke-on-Trent and Porthmadog takes 6h 6m and the fastest train takes 4h 38m. The train service runs several times per day from Stoke-on-Trent 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.
Trains run every 4 hours between Stoke-on-Trent and Porthmadog. The earliest departure is at 6:05 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Stoke-on-Trent is at 10:04 PM which arrives into Porthmadog at 2:54 PM. All services require a transfer at Wolverhampton and take an average of 6h 6m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Stoke-on-Trent 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.
No, there is no direct train from Stoke-on-Trent to Porthmadog. However, there are services departing from Stoke-on-Trent station and arriving at Porthmadog station via Wolverhampton. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 6m.
Stoke-on-Trent to Porthmadog train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Stoke-on-Trent station.
Stoke-on-Trent to Porthmadog train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Porthmadog station.
Book your Stoke-on-Trent to Porthmadog train tickets online with Cross Country and Transport for Wales.
The distance between Stoke-on-Trent and Porthmadog is 130.5 km. The road distance is 266 km.
You can take a train from Stoke-on-Trent to Porthmadog via Wolverhampton and Machynlleth in around 6h 31m.