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

The cheapest way to get from Birmingham to Porthmadog is to drive which costs £28 - £45 and takes 2h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Birmingham to Porthmadog is to drive which takes 2h 21m and costs £28 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Birmingham and Porthmadog?

No, there is no direct bus from Birmingham station to Porthmadog. However, there are services departing from Birmingham Coach Station and arriving at Porthmadog Park A via Newtown Bus Station and Bus Depot. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 36m.

Is there a direct train between Birmingham and Porthmadog?

No, there is no direct train from Birmingham to Porthmadog. However, there are services departing from Birmingham New Street and arriving at Porthmadog via Machynlleth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 20m.

How far is it from Birmingham to Porthmadog?

The distance between Birmingham and Porthmadog is 144 miles. The road distance is 119.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Birmingham to Porthmadog without a car is to train and bus which takes 4h 37m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 4h 37m to get from Birmingham to Porthmadog, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Birmingham to Porthmadog bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Birmingham to Porthmadog train from?

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

Train or bus from Birmingham to Porthmadog?

The best way to get from Birmingham to Porthmadog is to bus which takes 6h 36m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £55 - £100 and takes 5h 20m.

Where does the Birmingham to Porthmadog bus arrive?

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

Where does the Birmingham to Porthmadog train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Birmingham to Porthmadog?

Yes, the driving distance between Birmingham to Porthmadog is 119 miles. It takes approximately 2h 21m to drive from Birmingham to Porthmadog.

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

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Where can I stay near Porthmadog?

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

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

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Machynllethtrain Birmingham International - Aberystwyth / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Depot to Porthmadog Park Abus T2
4h 37m
Drive 118.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Birmingham to Porthmadogcar 118.8 mi
2h 21m
£29–42
Bus
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 Porthmadog Park Abus T2
6h 36m
Train
1. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Machynllethtrain Birmingham International - Aberystwyth / ...
2. Take the train from Machynlleth to Porthmadogtrain Machynlleth - Pwllheli
5h 20m
£59–99

Birmingham to Porthmadog by train

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Distance: 143.3 mi
Duration: 4h 37m

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

You can take a bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Porthmadog Park A via Newtown Bus Station and Bus Depot in around 6h 36m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Birmingham New Street to Porthmadog via Machynlleth in around 5h 20m.

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