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

The cheapest way to get from Derby to Porthmadog is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 46m.

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

The fastest way to get from Derby to Porthmadog is to drive which takes 2h 46m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct train between Derby and Porthmadog?

No, there is no direct train from Derby to Porthmadog. However, there are services departing from Derby and arriving at Porthmadog via Birmingham New Street and Machynlleth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 6m.

How far is it from Derby to Porthmadog?

The distance between Derby and Porthmadog is 160 miles. The road distance is 132.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Derby to Porthmadog without a car is to train and bus via Crewe which takes 5h 28m and costs £50 - £85.

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

It takes approximately 5h 28m to get from Derby to Porthmadog, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Derby to Porthmadog train from?

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

Where does the Derby to Porthmadog train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Derby to Porthmadog?

Yes, the driving distance between Derby to Porthmadog is 133 miles. It takes approximately 2h 46m to drive from Derby to Porthmadog.

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

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Where can I stay near Porthmadog?

There are 1599+ hotels available in Porthmadog.

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

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

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Train, bus via Crewe
best
1. Take the train from Derby to Crewetrain
2. Take the train from Crewe to Bangor (Gwynedd)train
3. Take the bus from Bangor station to The Australiabus 1
5h 28m
£54–83
Drive 132.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Derby to Porthmadogcar 132.1 mi
2h 46m
£33–48
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Derby to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2bus 409
3. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 6 to Porthmadog Park Stand Bbus 1
8h 29m
£44–72
Train
1. Take the train from Derby to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Machynllethtrain
3. Take the train from Machynlleth to Porthmadogtrain
7h 6m
£68–106

Derby to Porthmadog by train

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7h 6mAverage Duration

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Distance: 159.6 mi
Duration: 5h 28m

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

You can take a train from Derby to Porthmadog via Birmingham New Street and Machynlleth in around 7h 6m.

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