The average train between Telford and Porthmadog takes 4h 56m and the fastest train takes 3h 42m. The train service runs several times per day from Telford 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 Telford and Porthmadog. The earliest departure is at 6:59 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Telford is at 9:01 PM which arrives into Porthmadog at 8:48 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 56m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Telford to Porthmadog. However, there are services departing from Telford station and arriving at Porthmadog station via Machynlleth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 56m.
Telford to Porthmadog train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Telford Central station.
Telford to Porthmadog train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Porthmadog station.
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The distance between Telford and Porthmadog is 116.3 km. The road distance is 191 km.
You can take a train from Telford Central to Porthmadog via Machynlleth in around 4h 43m.