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

The cheapest way to get from Cheltenham to Porthmadog is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 3h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cheltenham to Porthmadog is to drive which takes 3h 1m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct train between Cheltenham and Porthmadog?

No, there is no direct train from Cheltenham to Porthmadog. However, there are services departing from Cheltenham Spa and arriving at Porthmadog via Birmingham New Street and Machynlleth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 58m.

How far is it from Cheltenham to Porthmadog?

The distance between Cheltenham and Porthmadog is 193 miles. The road distance is 146 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cheltenham to Porthmadog without a car is to train which takes 6h 58m and costs £70 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 6h 58m to get from Cheltenham to Porthmadog, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cheltenham to Porthmadog train from?

Cheltenham to Porthmadog train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Cheltenham Spa station.

Where does the Cheltenham to Porthmadog train arrive?

Cheltenham to Porthmadog train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Cheltenham to Porthmadog?

Yes, the driving distance between Cheltenham to Porthmadog is 146 miles. It takes approximately 3h 1m to drive from Cheltenham to Porthmadog.

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

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Where can I stay near Porthmadog?

There are 1608+ hotels available in Porthmadog.

Cheltenham to Porthmadog - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Machynllethtrain
3. Take the train from Machynlleth to Porthmadogtrain
6h 58m
£70–113
Drive 145.2 mi
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1. Drive from Cheltenham to Porthmadogcar 145.2 mi
3h 1m
£36–52
Bus, taxi
1. Take the bus from Royal Well to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 825
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Chester Bus Interchangebus 830
3. Take the bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Corwen Bus Stationbus T8
4. Take the taxi from Corwen Bus Station to Porthmadogtaxi
7h 6m

Cheltenham to Porthmadog by train

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6h 58mAverage Duration

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Distance: 192.1 mi
Duration: 6h 58m

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

You can take a train from Cheltenham Spa to Porthmadog via Birmingham New Street and Machynlleth in around 6h 58m.

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