What is the cheapest way to get from Birmingham to Harlech?

The cheapest way to get from Birmingham to Harlech is to bus which costs £25 - £50 and takes 7h 22m.

What is the fastest way to get from Birmingham to Harlech?

The fastest way to get from Birmingham to Harlech is to drive which takes 2h 23m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Birmingham and Harlech?

No, there is no direct bus from Birmingham station to Harlech. However, there are services departing from Birmingham Coach Station and arriving at Maes Parcio Cefn-coed via Newtown Bus Station, Bus Depot and Minffordd Ffestiniog station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 22m.

Is there a direct train between Birmingham and Harlech?

No, there is no direct train from Birmingham to Harlech. However, there are services departing from Birmingham New Street and arriving at Harlech via Machynlleth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 54m.

How far is it from Birmingham to Harlech?

The distance between Birmingham and Harlech is 139 miles. The road distance is 121.8 miles.

How do I travel from Birmingham to Harlech without a car?

The best way to get from Birmingham to Harlech without a car is to train which takes 4h 54m and costs £50 - £95.

How long does it take to get from Birmingham to Harlech?

It takes approximately 4h 54m to get from Birmingham to Harlech, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Birmingham to Harlech bus from?

Birmingham to Harlech bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Birmingham Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Birmingham to Harlech train from?

Birmingham to Harlech train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Birmingham New Street station.

Train or bus from Birmingham to Harlech?

The best way to get from Birmingham to Harlech is to train which takes 4h 54m and costs £50 - £95. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £25 - £50 and takes 7h 22m.

Where does the Birmingham to Harlech bus arrive?

Birmingham to Harlech bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Newtown Bus Station Stand 2.

Where does the Birmingham to Harlech train arrive?

Birmingham to Harlech train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Machynlleth station.

Can I drive from Birmingham to Harlech?

Yes, the driving distance between Birmingham to Harlech is 122 miles. It takes approximately 2h 23m to drive from Birmingham to Harlech.

How do I get a train ticket from Birmingham to Harlech?

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Where can I stay near Harlech?

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Birmingham to Harlech - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Birmingham to Harlech by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Machynllethtrain Birmingham International - Aberystwyth / ...
2. Take the train from Machynlleth to Harlechtrain Machynlleth - Pwllheli
4h 54m
£53–91
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Newtown Bus Station Stand 2bus 409
2. Take the bus from Newtown Bus Station to Bus Depotbus X85
3. Take the bus from Bus Depot to Minffordd stationbus T2
7h 22m
£25–50
Drive 121.1 mi
1. Drive from Birmingham to Harlechcar 121.1 mi
2h 23m
£30–43

Birmingham to Harlech by train

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Distance: 138.4 mi
Duration: 4h 54m

What companies run services between Birmingham, England and Harlech, Wales?

You can take a train from Birmingham New Street to Harlech via Machynlleth in around 4h 54m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Maes Parcio Cefn-coed via Newtown Bus Station, Bus Depot, and Minffordd Ffestiniog station in around 7h 22m.

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