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

The cheapest way to get from Carlisle to Porthmadog is to drive which costs £45 - £75 and takes 3h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Carlisle to Porthmadog is to drive which takes 3h 49m and costs £45 - £75.

Is there a direct train between Carlisle and Porthmadog?

No, there is no direct train from Carlisle to Porthmadog. However, there are services departing from Carlisle and arriving at Blaenau Ffestiniog via Warrington Bank Quay and Llandudno Junction. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 13m.

How far is it from Carlisle to Porthmadog?

The distance between Carlisle and Porthmadog is 224 miles. The road distance is 200.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Carlisle to Porthmadog without a car is to train and bus which takes 5h 54m and costs £65 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 5h 54m to get from Carlisle to Porthmadog, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carlisle to Porthmadog train from?

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

Where does the Carlisle to Porthmadog train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Carlisle to Porthmadog?

Yes, the driving distance between Carlisle to Porthmadog is 201 miles. It takes approximately 3h 49m to drive from Carlisle to Porthmadog.

Where can I stay near Porthmadog?

There are 1596+ hotels available in Porthmadog.

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

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

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Warrington Bank Quaytrain
2. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Bangor (Gwynedd)train
3. Take the bus from Bangor station to The Australiabus 1
5h 54m
£69–112
Drive 199.6 mi
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1. Drive from Carlisle to Porthmadogcar 199.6 mi
3h 49m
£50–72
Train
1. Take the train from Carlisle 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
7h 13m
£70–113
Steam train, train, bus
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Chestertrain
2. Take the train from Chester to Bangor (Gwynedd)train
3. Take the bus from Bangor station to The Australiabus 1
7h 50m

Carlisle to Porthmadog by train and bus

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5h 54mAverage Duration

£69Cheapest Price

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Distance: 222.5 mi
Duration: 5h 54m

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

You can take a train from Carlisle to Porthmadog Park A via Warrington Bank Quay, Llandudno Junction, Blaenau Ffestiniog, and Blaenau Ffestiniog Station Stand C in around 7h 13m.

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