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

The cheapest way to get from Llanelli to Porthmadog is to bus and drive which costs £23 - £30 and takes 5h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Llanelli to Porthmadog is to drive which takes 3h 4m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct train between Llanelli and Porthmadog?

No, there is no direct train from Llanelli to Porthmadog. However, there are services departing from Llanelli and arriving at Porthmadog via Shrewsbury and Machynlleth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 5m.

How far is it from Llanelli to Porthmadog?

The distance between Llanelli and Porthmadog is 133 miles. The road distance is 119.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Llanelli to Porthmadog without a car is to bus and train which takes 7h 1m and costs £30 - £55.

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

It takes approximately 5h 6m to get from Llanelli to Porthmadog, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Llanelli to Porthmadog train from?

Llanelli to Porthmadog train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Llanelli station.

Where does the Llanelli to Porthmadog train arrive?

Llanelli to Porthmadog train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Shrewsbury station.

Can I drive from Llanelli to Porthmadog?

Yes, the driving distance between Llanelli to Porthmadog is 119 miles. It takes approximately 3h 4m to drive from Llanelli to Porthmadog.

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

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Where can I stay near Porthmadog?

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

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

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Bus, drive
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1. Take the bus from West End to Carmarthen Bus Station Stand 2bus 195 / ...
2. Take the bus from Carmarthen Bus Station Stand 1 to The Black Lionbus T1 / ...
3. Take the bus from The Black Lion to Park Avenuebus T1 / ...
4. Drive from Park Avenue to Porthmadogcar
5h 6m
£23–30
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Carmarthen station to The Black Lionbus T1 / ...
2. Take the bus from The Black Lion to Park Avenuebus T1 / ...
3. Take the train from Dovey Junction to Porthmadogtrain
7h 1m
£31–52
Drive 118.8 mi
1. Drive from Llanelli to Porthmadogcar 118.8 mi
3h 4m
£30–43
Train
1. Take the train from Llanelli to Shrewsburytrain
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Machynllethtrain
3. Take the train from Machynlleth to Porthmadogtrain
9h 5m
£72–118

Llanelli to Porthmadog by train and bus

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7h 1mAverage Duration

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Distance: 132 mi
Duration: 5h 6m

What companies run services between Llanelli, Wales and Porthmadog, Wales?

You can take a train from Llanelli to Porthmadog via Shrewsbury and Machynlleth in around 9h 5m.

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