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

The cheapest way to get from Colwyn Bay to Porthmadog is to line 5 bus and bus which costs £6 - £10 and takes 4h 22m.

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 Palladium Stop B and Bangor Bus Station Stand B. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 22m.

How far is it from Colwyn Bay to Porthmadog?

The distance between Colwyn Bay and Porthmadog is 48 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 10m and costs £10 - £17.

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

It takes approximately 2h 10m 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 Palladium Stop B 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 1594+ 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 station to The Australiabus 1
2h 10m
£11–16
Line 5 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Palladium Stop B to Bangor Bus Station Stand Bbus 5 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bangor Bus Station Stand B to The Australiabus T2
4h 22m
£7–10
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 31m
£11–19
Drive 41.2 mi
1. Drive from Colwyn Bay to Porthmadogcar 41.2 mi
57 min
£11–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Colwyn Bay to Porthmadogtaxi 41.2 mi
57 min
£180–220

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Distance: 48 mi
Duration: 2h 10m

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 Palladium Stop B and Bangor Bus Station Stand B in around 4h 22m.

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