What is the cheapest way to get from Colwyn Bay to Porthmadog?

The cheapest way to get from Colwyn Bay to Porthmadog is to drive which costs £10 - £15 and takes 57 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Colwyn Bay to Porthmadog?

The fastest way to get from Colwyn Bay to Porthmadog is to drive which takes 57 min and costs £10 - £15.

Is there a direct bus between Colwyn Bay and Porthmadog?

No, there is no direct bus from Colwyn Bay to Porthmadog. However, there are services departing from St Paul`s Church and arriving at The Australia via Broad Street and Bangor Bus Station Stand B. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 33m.

How far is it from Colwyn Bay to Porthmadog?

The distance between Colwyn Bay and Porthmadog is 52 miles. The road distance is 41.5 miles.

How do I travel from Colwyn Bay to Porthmadog without a car?

The best way to get from Colwyn Bay to Porthmadog without a car is to train and bus via Bangor (Gwynedd) which takes 2h 41m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Colwyn Bay to Porthmadog?

It takes approximately 2h 41m to get from Colwyn Bay to Porthmadog, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Colwyn Bay to Porthmadog bus from?

Colwyn Bay to Porthmadog bus services, operated by Arriva UK, depart from Broad Street station.

Where does the Colwyn Bay to Porthmadog bus arrive?

Colwyn Bay to Porthmadog bus services, operated by Arriva UK, arrive at Bangor Bus Station Stand B.

Can I drive from Colwyn Bay to Porthmadog?

Yes, the driving distance between Colwyn Bay to Porthmadog is 41 miles. It takes approximately 57 min to drive from Colwyn Bay to Porthmadog.

Where can I stay near Porthmadog?

There are 1632+ hotels available in Porthmadog.

Colwyn Bay to Porthmadog - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Colwyn Bay to Porthmadog by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train, bus via Bangor (Gwynedd)
best
1. Take the train from Colwyn Bay to Bangor (Gwynedd)train Manchester Airport - Holyhead / ...
2. Take the bus from Bangor Railway Station H to The Australiabus T2
2h 41m
Drive 41.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Colwyn Bay to Porthmadogcar 41.2 mi
57 min
£11–15
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Llandudno Junction to Blaenau Ffestiniogtrain Llandudno - Blaenau Ffestiniog / ...
2. Take the bus from Blaenau Ffestiniog Station Stand C to Porthmadog Park Abus T22
3h 8m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Colwyn Bay to Porthmadogtaxi 41.2 mi
57 min
£85–110
Line 5 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Broad Street to Bangor Bus Station Stand Bbus 5
2. Take the bus from Bangor Bus Station Stand B to The Australiabus T2
3h 33m

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Distance: 52 mi
Duration: 2h 41m

What companies run services between Colwyn Bay, Wales and Porthmadog, Wales?

You can take a bus from St Paul`s Church to The Australia via Llandudno Junction Station Stop T, Broad Street, and Bangor Bus Station Stand B in around 3h 33m.

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