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

The cheapest way to get from Llangollen to Porthmadog is to drive which costs £12 - £18 and takes 1h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Llangollen to Porthmadog is to drive which takes 1h 5m and costs £12 - £18.

Is there a direct train between Llangollen and Porthmadog?

No, there is no direct train from Llangollen to Porthmadog. However, there are services departing from Wrexham General and arriving at Porthmadog Harbour via Caernarfon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 12m.

How far is it from Llangollen to Porthmadog?

The distance between Llangollen and Porthmadog is 115 miles. The road distance is 49.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Llangollen to Porthmadog without a car is to train and Steam train which takes 7h 12m and costs £85 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 7h 12m to get from Llangollen to Porthmadog, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Llangollen to Porthmadog train from?

Llangollen to Porthmadog train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Wrexham General station.

Where does the Llangollen to Porthmadog train arrive?

Llangollen to Porthmadog train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Bangor (Gwynedd) station.

Can I drive from Llangollen to Porthmadog?

Yes, the driving distance between Llangollen to Porthmadog is 49 miles. It takes approximately 1h 5m to drive from Llangollen to Porthmadog.

Where can I stay near Porthmadog?

There are 1608+ hotels available in Porthmadog.

Llangollen to Porthmadog - 4 ways to travel via train, Steam train, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Llangollen to Porthmadog by train, car, or taxi

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best
1. Take the train from Wrexham General to Bangor (Gwynedd)train Cardiff Central - Holyhead / ...
2. Take the train from Caernarfon to Porthmadog Harbourtrain Snowdonia Star / ...
7h 12m
£89–108
Drive 48.8 mi
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1. Drive from Llangollen to Porthmadogcar 48.8 mi
1h 5m
£13–18
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Llangollen to Porthmadogtaxi 48.8 mi
1h 5m
£210–260
Train
1. Take the train from Wrexham General to Shrewsburytrain
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Machynllethtrain
3. Take the train from Machynlleth to Porthmadogtrain
7h 17m
£47–79

Llangollen to Porthmadog by bus, foot, and train

53Weekly Services

7h 17mAverage Duration

£47Cheapest Price

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Distance: 113.8 mi
Duration: 7h 12m

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

You can take a bus from Parade Street 2 to Porthmadog Harbour via Wrexham Fire Station, Wrexham General, Bangor (Gwynedd), Bangor Railway Station H, Caernarfon Bus Station Stand A, and Caernarfon in around 7h 12m.

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