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

The cheapest way to get from Penrith to Porthmadog is to drive which costs £40 - £65 and takes 3h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Penrith to Porthmadog is to drive which takes 3h 28m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct train between Penrith and Porthmadog?

No, there is no direct train from Penrith to Porthmadog. However, there are services departing from Penrith North Lakes and arriving at Blaenau Ffestiniog via Warrington Bank Quay and Llandudno Junction. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 55m.

How far is it from Penrith to Porthmadog?

The distance between Penrith and Porthmadog is 206 miles. The road distance is 182 miles.

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

The best way to get from Penrith to Porthmadog without a car is to train and bus which takes 5h 36m and costs £60 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 5h 36m to get from Penrith to Porthmadog, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Penrith to Porthmadog train from?

Penrith to Porthmadog train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Penrith North Lakes station.

Where does the Penrith to Porthmadog train arrive?

Penrith to Porthmadog train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Warrington Bank Quay station.

Can I drive from Penrith to Porthmadog?

Yes, the driving distance between Penrith to Porthmadog is 182 miles. It takes approximately 3h 28m to drive from Penrith to Porthmadog.

Where can I stay near Porthmadog?

There are 1596+ hotels available in Porthmadog.

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

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

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Penrith North Lakes to Warrington Bank Quaytrain
2. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Bangor (Gwynedd)train
3. Take the bus from Bangor station to The Australiabus 1
5h 36m
£63–103
Drive 181 mi
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1. Drive from Penrith to Porthmadogcar 181 mi
3h 28m
£45–65
Train, bus via Manchester
1. Take the train from Penrith North Lakes to Manchester Oxford Roadtrain
2. Take the train from Manchester Oxford Road to Bangor (Gwynedd)train
3. Take the bus from Bangor station to The Australiabus 1
6h 23m
£64–110
Train
1. Take the train from Penrith North Lakes to Warrington Bank Quaytrain
2. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Llandudno Junctiontrain
3. Take the train from Llandudno Junction to Blaenau Ffestiniogtrain
6h 55m
£64–104

Penrith to Porthmadog by train and bus

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5h 36mAverage Duration

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Distance: 204.8 mi
Duration: 5h 36m

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

You can take a train from Penrith North Lakes to Porthmadog Park A via Warrington Bank Quay, Llandudno Junction, Blaenau Ffestiniog, and Blaenau Ffestiniog Station Stand C in around 6h 55m.

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