What is the cheapest way to get from Ellesmere Port to Porthmadog?

The cheapest way to get from Ellesmere Port to Porthmadog is to drive which costs £16 - £24 and takes 1h 34m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ellesmere Port to Porthmadog?

The fastest way to get from Ellesmere Port to Porthmadog is to drive which takes 1h 34m and costs £16 - £24.

Is there a direct train between Ellesmere Port and Porthmadog?

No, there is no direct train from Ellesmere Port to Porthmadog. However, there are services departing from Ellesmere Port and arriving at Blaenau Ffestiniog via Hooton, Chester and Llandudno Junction. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 3m.

How far is it from Ellesmere Port to Porthmadog?

The distance between Ellesmere Port and Porthmadog is 100 miles. The road distance is 66.7 miles.

How do I travel from Ellesmere Port to Porthmadog without a car?

The best way to get from Ellesmere Port to Porthmadog without a car is to line 1 bus and train and bus which takes 4h and costs £26 - £45.

How long does it take to get from Ellesmere Port to Porthmadog?

It takes approximately 4h to get from Ellesmere Port to Porthmadog, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ellesmere Port to Porthmadog train from?

Ellesmere Port to Porthmadog train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Chester station.

Where does the Ellesmere Port to Porthmadog train arrive?

Ellesmere Port to Porthmadog train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Llandudno Junction station.

Can I drive from Ellesmere Port to Porthmadog?

Yes, the driving distance between Ellesmere Port to Porthmadog is 67 miles. It takes approximately 1h 34m to drive from Ellesmere Port to Porthmadog.

Where can I stay near Porthmadog?

There are 1599+ hotels available in Porthmadog.

Ellesmere Port to Porthmadog - 3 ways to travel via train, line 1 bus, and bus

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

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Line 1 bus, train, bus
best
1. Take the bus from Ellesmere Port Bus Interchange to Railway Stationbus 1 / ...
2. Take the train from Chester to Bangor (Gwynedd)train
3. Take the bus from Bangor station to The Australiabus 1
4h
£26–44
Drive 66.4 mi
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1. Drive from Ellesmere Port to Porthmadogcar 66.4 mi
1h 34m
£17–24
Train
1. Take the train from Chester to Llandudno Junctiontrain Liverpool Lime Street - Llandudno / ...
2. Take the train from Llandudno Junction to Blaenau Ffestiniogtrain Llandudno - Blaenau Ffestiniog / ...
5h 3m
£31–55

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Distance: 99.5 mi
Duration: 4h

What companies run services between Ellesmere Port, England and Porthmadog, Wales?

You can take a train from Ellesmere Port to Porthmadog Park A via Hooton, Chester, Llandudno Junction, Blaenau Ffestiniog, and Blaenau Ffestiniog Station Stand C in around 5h 3m.

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