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

The cheapest way to get from Gloucester to Porthmadog is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 3h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gloucester to Porthmadog is to drive which takes 3h 6m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Gloucester and Porthmadog?

No, there is no direct bus from Gloucester to Porthmadog. However, there are services departing from Transport Hub and arriving at Porthmadog Park Stand B via Arle Court Tpt Hub, Birmingham Coach Station and Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 6. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Gloucester and Porthmadog?

No, there is no direct train from Gloucester to Porthmadog. However, there are services departing from Gloucester and arriving at Porthmadog via Birmingham New Street and Machynlleth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 15m.

How far is it from Gloucester to Porthmadog?

The distance between Gloucester and Porthmadog is 197 miles. The road distance is 139.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Gloucester to Porthmadog without a car is to train and bus which takes 6h 27m and costs £60 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 6h 27m to get from Gloucester to Porthmadog, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gloucester to Porthmadog bus from?

Gloucester to Porthmadog bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Arle Court Tpt Hub station.

Where do I catch the Gloucester to Porthmadog train from?

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

Train or bus from Gloucester to Porthmadog?

The best way to get from Gloucester to Porthmadog is to bus which takes 10h 15m and costs £35 - £65. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £70 - £120 and takes 7h 15m.

Where does the Gloucester to Porthmadog bus arrive?

Gloucester to Porthmadog bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Gloucester to Porthmadog train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Gloucester to Porthmadog?

Yes, the driving distance between Gloucester to Porthmadog is 140 miles. It takes approximately 3h 6m to drive from Gloucester to Porthmadog.

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

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Where can I stay near Porthmadog?

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

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

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Gloucester to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Machynllethtrain
3. Take the bus from Machynlleth Town Clock to Porthmadog Park Stand Bbus 1
6h 27m
£63–96
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Arle Court Tpt Hub to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 100 / ...
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
10h 15m
£35–61
Drive 138.8 mi
1. Drive from Gloucester to Porthmadogcar 138.8 mi
3h 6m
£35–50
Train
1. Take the train from Gloucester to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Machynllethtrain
3. Take the train from Machynlleth to Porthmadogtrain
7h 15m
£72–112

Gloucester to Porthmadog by train

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Distance: 195.6 mi
Duration: 6h 27m

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

You can take a bus from Transport Hub to Porthmadog Park Stand B via Arle Court Tpt Hub, Birmingham Coach Station, and Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 6 in around 10h 15m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Gloucester to Porthmadog via Birmingham New Street and Machynlleth in around 7h 15m.

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