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

The cheapest way to get from Macclesfield to Porthmadog is to drive which costs £24 - £35 and takes 2h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Macclesfield to Porthmadog is to drive which takes 2h 16m and costs £24 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Macclesfield and Porthmadog?

No, there is no direct bus from Macclesfield station to Porthmadog. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Porthmadog Park A via Railway Station, Wrexham Bus Station 5 and Eldon Square 1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 14m.

Is there a direct train between Macclesfield and Porthmadog?

No, there is no direct train from Macclesfield to Porthmadog. However, there are services departing from Macclesfield and arriving at Porthmadog via Wolverhampton and Machynlleth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 49m.

How far is it from Macclesfield to Porthmadog?

The distance between Macclesfield and Porthmadog is 151 miles. The road distance is 100.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Macclesfield to Porthmadog without a car is to train and bus which takes 5h 48m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 5h 48m to get from Macclesfield to Porthmadog, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Macclesfield to Porthmadog bus from?

Macclesfield to Porthmadog bus services, operated by D&G Bus, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Macclesfield to Porthmadog train from?

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

Train or bus from Macclesfield to Porthmadog?

The best way to get from Macclesfield to Porthmadog is to line 38 bus and bus which takes 7h 14m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £70 - £140 and takes 6h 49m.

Where does the Macclesfield to Porthmadog bus arrive?

Macclesfield to Porthmadog bus services, operated by D&G Bus, arrive at Railway Station.

Where does the Macclesfield to Porthmadog train arrive?

Macclesfield to Porthmadog train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Wolverhampton station.

Can I drive from Macclesfield to Porthmadog?

Yes, the driving distance between Macclesfield to Porthmadog is 100 miles. It takes approximately 2h 16m to drive from Macclesfield to Porthmadog.

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

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Where can I stay near Porthmadog?

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Macclesfield to Porthmadog - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 38 bus

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

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Bangor (Gwynedd)train Manchester Airport - Holyhead / ...
2. Take the bus from Bangor Railway Station H to The Australiabus T2
5h 48m
Drive 99.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Macclesfield to Porthmadogcar 99.9 mi
2h 16m
£25–36
Line 38 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Railway Stationbus 38
2. Take the bus from Wrexham Bus Station 5 to Eldon Square 1bus T3 / ...
7h 14m
Train
1. Take the train from Macclesfield to Wolverhamptontrain
2. Take the train from Wolverhampton to Machynllethtrain
3. Take the train from Machynlleth to Porthmadogtrain
6h 49m
£70–134

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Distance: 149.8 mi
Duration: 5h 48m

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

You can take a bus from Bus Station to Porthmadog Park A via Railway Station, Crewe, Chester, Railway Station, Wrexham Bus Station 5, and Eldon Square 1 in around 7h 14m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Macclesfield to Porthmadog via Wolverhampton and Machynlleth in around 6h 49m.

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