What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Porthdinllaen?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Porthdinllaen is to bus and train which costs £35 - £65 and takes 11h 18m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff to Porthdinllaen?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Porthdinllaen is to drive which takes 3h 53m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Porthdinllaen?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Porthdinllaen. However, there are services departing from Tresillian Way and arriving at Rhos Birdin via Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4, Porthmadog Park Stand B and Pwllheli Bus Station Stand A. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 28m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Porthdinllaen?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Porthdinllaen. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Bangor (Gwynedd) via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 4m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Porthdinllaen?

The distance between Cardiff and Porthdinllaen is 250 miles. The road distance is 163.6 miles.

How do I travel from Cardiff to Porthdinllaen without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Porthdinllaen without a car is to train which takes 8h 4m and costs £80 - £150.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff to Porthdinllaen?

It takes approximately 8h 4m to get from Cardiff to Porthdinllaen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Porthdinllaen bus from?

Cardiff to Porthdinllaen bus services, operated by Mid Wales Travel, depart from Tresillian Way station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Porthdinllaen train from?

Cardiff to Porthdinllaen train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Cardiff to Porthdinllaen?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Porthdinllaen is to train which takes 8h 4m and costs £80 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 10h 28m.

Where does the Cardiff to Porthdinllaen bus arrive?

Cardiff to Porthdinllaen bus services, operated by Mid Wales Travel, arrive at Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7.

Where does the Cardiff to Porthdinllaen train arrive?

Cardiff to Porthdinllaen train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Bangor (Gwynedd) station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Porthdinllaen?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Porthdinllaen is 164 miles. It takes approximately 3h 53m to drive from Cardiff to Porthdinllaen.

Where can I stay near Porthdinllaen?

There are 2123+ hotels available in Porthdinllaen.

Cardiff to Porthdinllaen - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Cardiff to Porthdinllaen by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bangor (Gwynedd)train Cardiff Central - Holyhead
8h 4m
£84–145
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Merthyr Bus Station 2 to Newtown Bus Station Stand 2bus T4
2. Take the bus from Newtown Bus Station to Bus Depotbus X85
3. Take the train from Machynlleth to Pwllhelitrain
11h 18m
£39–63
Bus
1. Take the bus from Tresillian Way to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7bus T1c
2. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4 to Porthmadog Park Abus T2
10h 28m
Drive 162.6 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Porthdinllaencar 162.6 mi
3h 53m
£40–58
Train via Shrewsbury
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Shrewsburytrain
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Machynllethtrain
3. Take the train from Machynlleth to Pwllhelitrain
8h 56m
£88–157

Cardiff to Porthdinllaen by train and bus

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Distance: 248.2 mi
Duration: 8h 4m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Porthdinllaen, Wales?

Transport for Wales operates a train from Cardiff Central to Bangor (Gwynedd) every 4 hours. Tickets cost £80–150 and the journey takes 4h 9m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Tresillian Way to Rhos Birdin via Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4, Porthmadog Park Stand B, and Pwllheli Bus Station Stand A in around 10h 28m.

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