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How to get fromCardigan to Porthmadogby taxi, train, car, or bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Cardigan to Porthmadog by taxi, train, car, or bus

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  1. Taxi, train

    best
    1. Take the taxi from Cardigan to Aberystwythtaxi taxi
    2. Take the train from Dovey Junction to Porthmadogtrain train Machynlleth - Pwllheli
    4h 12m
    £187–231

  2. Drive  95.1 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Cardigan to Porthmadogcar car 95.1 mi
    2h 18m
    £24–35

  3. Bus, train

    1. Take the bus from Synod Inn to Park Avenuebus bus T1x
    2. Take the train from Dovey Junction to Porthmadogtrain train Machynlleth - Pwllheli
    5h 15m
    £94–120

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  • Distance: 95 mi
  • Duration: 4h 12m

What companies run services between Cardigan, Wales and Porthmadog, Wales?

There is no direct connection from Cardigan to Porthmadog. However, you can take the taxi to Aberystwyth, take the train to Dovey Junction, then take the train to Porthmadog. Alternatively, you can drive from Cardigan to Porthmadog in around 2h 18m.

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