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

The cheapest way to get from Chester to Porthmadog is to bus which costs £10 - £16 and takes 5h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chester to Porthmadog is to drive which takes 1h 32m and costs £15 - £23.

Is there a direct bus between Chester and Porthmadog?

No, there is no direct bus from Chester to Porthmadog. However, there are services departing from Grosvenor Street and arriving at Porthmadog Park A via Wrexham Bus Station 5 and Eldon Square 1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 10m.

How far is it from Chester to Porthmadog?

The distance between Chester and Porthmadog is 93 miles. The road distance is 64.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chester to Porthmadog without a car is to train and bus via Bangor which takes 3h 25m and costs £25 - £50.

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

It takes approximately 3h 25m to get from Chester to Porthmadog, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chester to Porthmadog bus from?

Chester to Porthmadog bus services, operated by Lloyd's Coaches, depart from Wrexham Bus Station 5.

Where does the Chester to Porthmadog bus arrive?

Chester to Porthmadog bus services, operated by Lloyd's Coaches, arrive at Eldon Square 1 station.

Can I drive from Chester to Porthmadog?

Yes, the driving distance between Chester to Porthmadog is 65 miles. It takes approximately 1h 32m to drive from Chester to Porthmadog.

Where can I stay near Porthmadog?

There are 1630+ hotels available in Porthmadog.

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

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

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Train, bus via Bangor
best
1. Take the train from Chester to Bangor (Gwynedd)train Manchester Airport - Holyhead / ...
2. Take the bus from Bangor Railway Station H to The Australiabus T2
3h 25m
£25–45
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Wrexham Bus Station 5 to Eldon Square 1bus T3 / ...
2. Take the bus from Eldon Square 1 to Porthmadog Park Abus T2
5h 10m
£11–16
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Chester to Llandudno Junctiontrain
2. Take the train from Llandudno Junction to Blaenau Ffestiniogtrain
3. Take the bus from Blaenau Ffestiniog Station Stand C to Porthmadog Park Abus T22
3h 56m
Drive 64.5 mi
1. Drive from Chester to Porthmadogcar 64.5 mi
1h 32m
£16–23

Chester to Porthmadog by train and bus

112Weekly Services

3h 25mAverage Duration

£25Cheapest Price

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Distance: 92.5 mi
Duration: 3h 25m

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

You can take a bus from Grosvenor Street to Porthmadog Park A via Wrexham Bus Station 5 and Eldon Square 1 in around 5h 10m.

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