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

The cheapest way to get from Blackpool to Porthmadog is to drive which costs £29 - £45 and takes 3h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Blackpool to Porthmadog is to drive which takes 3h 3m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct train between Blackpool and Porthmadog?

No, there is no direct train from Blackpool to Porthmadog. However, there are services departing from Blackpool North and arriving at Blaenau Ffestiniog via Preston, Warrington Bank Quay and Llandudno Junction. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 44m.

How far is it from Blackpool to Porthmadog?

The distance between Blackpool and Porthmadog is 168 miles. The road distance is 120.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Blackpool to Porthmadog without a car is to train and bus which takes 6h 20m and costs £45 - £90.

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

It takes approximately 6h 20m to get from Blackpool to Porthmadog, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Blackpool to Porthmadog train from?

Blackpool to Porthmadog train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Preston station.

Where does the Blackpool to Porthmadog train arrive?

Blackpool to Porthmadog train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Warrington Bank Quay station.

Can I drive from Blackpool to Porthmadog?

Yes, the driving distance between Blackpool to Porthmadog is 120 miles. It takes approximately 3h 3m to drive from Blackpool to Porthmadog.

Where can I stay near Porthmadog?

There are 1599+ hotels available in Porthmadog.

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

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

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Blackpool North to Liverpool Lime Streettrain
2. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Colwyn Baytrain
3. Take the bus from Bangor station to The Australiabus 1
6h 20m
£49–88
Drive 119.4 mi
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1. Drive from Blackpool to Porthmadogcar 119.4 mi
3h 3m
£30–43
Train
1. Take the train from Preston to Warrington Bank Quaytrain
2. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Llandudno Junctiontrain
3. Take the train from Llandudno Junction to Blaenau Ffestiniogtrain
6h 44m
£46–77
Train, bus via Llandudno
1. Take the train from Blackpool North to Liverpool Lime Streettrain
2. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Llandudno Junctiontrain
3. Take the bus from Bangor Bus Station Stand B to The Australiabus T2
7h 24m
£47–81

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Map of how to get from Blackpool to Porthmadog.

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Distance: 167.4 mi
Duration: 6h 20m

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

You can take a train from Blackpool North to Porthmadog Park A via Preston, Warrington Bank Quay, Llandudno Junction, Blaenau Ffestiniog, and Blaenau Ffestiniog Station Stand C in around 6h 44m.

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