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

The cheapest way to get from Durham to Porthmadog is to drive which costs £50 - £80 and takes 4h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Durham to Porthmadog is to drive which takes 4h 24m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct train between Durham and Porthmadog?

No, there is no direct train from Durham to Porthmadog. However, there are services departing from Durham and arriving at Blaenau Ffestiniog via Newton-le-Willows and Llandudno Junction. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 13m.

How far is it from Durham to Porthmadog?

The distance between Durham and Porthmadog is 262 miles. The road distance is 214.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Durham to Porthmadog without a car is to train and bus which takes 6h 55m and costs £75 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 6h 55m to get from Durham to Porthmadog, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Durham to Porthmadog train from?

Durham to Porthmadog train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Durham station.

Where does the Durham to Porthmadog train arrive?

Durham to Porthmadog train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Newton-le-Willows station.

Can I drive from Durham to Porthmadog?

Yes, the driving distance between Durham to Porthmadog is 214 miles. It takes approximately 4h 24m to drive from Durham to Porthmadog.

Where can I stay near Porthmadog?

There are 1599+ hotels available in Porthmadog.

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

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

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Durham to Newton-le-Willowstrain
2. Take the train from Newton-le-Willows to Bangor (Gwynedd)train
3. Take the bus from Bangor station to The Australiabus 1
6h 55m
£76–122
Drive 213.2 mi
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1. Drive from Durham to Porthmadogcar 213.2 mi
4h 24m
£53–76
Train
1. Take the train from Durham to Newton-le-Willowstrain
2. Take the train from Newton-le-Willows to Llandudno Junctiontrain
3. Take the train from Llandudno Junction to Blaenau Ffestiniogtrain
8h 13m
£77–128

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Distance: 261 mi
Duration: 6h 55m

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

You can take a train from Durham to Porthmadog Park A via Newton-le-Willows, Llandudno Junction, Blaenau Ffestiniog, and Blaenau Ffestiniog Station Stand C in around 8h 13m.

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