What is the cheapest way to get from Birkenhead to Porthmadog?

The cheapest way to get from Birkenhead to Porthmadog is to drive which costs £17 - £26 and takes 1h 43m.

What is the fastest way to get from Birkenhead to Porthmadog?

The fastest way to get from Birkenhead to Porthmadog is to drive which takes 1h 43m and costs £17 - £26.

Is there a direct train between Birkenhead and Porthmadog?

No, there is no direct train from Birkenhead to Porthmadog. However, there are services departing from Birkenhead Central and arriving at Blaenau Ffestiniog via Chester and Llandudno Junction. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 47m.

How far is it from Birkenhead to Porthmadog?

The distance between Birkenhead and Porthmadog is 108 miles. The road distance is 73.1 miles.

How do I travel from Birkenhead to Porthmadog without a car?

The best way to get from Birkenhead to Porthmadog without a car is to train and bus via Chester which takes 4h 26m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Birkenhead to Porthmadog?

It takes approximately 4h 26m to get from Birkenhead to Porthmadog, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Birkenhead to Porthmadog train from?

Birkenhead to Porthmadog train services, operated by Merseyrail, depart from Birkenhead Central station.

Where does the Birkenhead to Porthmadog train arrive?

Birkenhead to Porthmadog train services, operated by Merseyrail, arrive at Chester station.

Can I drive from Birkenhead to Porthmadog?

Yes, the driving distance between Birkenhead to Porthmadog is 73 miles. It takes approximately 1h 43m to drive from Birkenhead to Porthmadog.

Where can I stay near Porthmadog?

There are 1634+ hotels available in Porthmadog.

Birkenhead to Porthmadog - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Birkenhead to Porthmadog by train, bus, or car

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Train, bus via Chester
best
1. Take the train from Chester to Bangor (Gwynedd)train Manchester Airport - Holyhead / ...
2. Take the bus from Bangor Railway Station H to The Australiabus T2
4h 26m
Drive 72.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Birkenhead to Porthmadogcar 72.7 mi
1h 43m
£18–26
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Llandudno Junctiontrain Liverpool Lime Street - Llandudno / ...
2. Take the bus from Bangor Bus Station Stand B to The Australiabus T2
4h 54m
Train
1. Take the train from Birkenhead Central to Chestertrain
2. Take the train from Chester to Llandudno Junctiontrain
3. Take the train from Llandudno Junction to Blaenau Ffestiniogtrain
4h 47m
£34–66

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Distance: 107 mi
Duration: 4h 26m

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

You can take a train from Birkenhead Central to Porthmadog Park A via Chester, Llandudno Junction, Blaenau Ffestiniog, and Blaenau Ffestiniog Station Stand C in around 4h 47m.

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