What is the cheapest way to get from Port Talbot to Porthmadog?

The cheapest way to get from Port Talbot to Porthmadog is to bus and drive which costs £25 - £40 and takes 5h 13m.

What is the fastest way to get from Port Talbot to Porthmadog?

The fastest way to get from Port Talbot to Porthmadog is to drive which takes 3h 10m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct train between Port Talbot and Porthmadog?

No, there is no direct train from Port Talbot to Porthmadog. However, there are services departing from Port Talbot Parkway and arriving at Porthmadog via Cardiff Central, Shrewsbury and Machynlleth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 20m.

How far is it from Port Talbot to Porthmadog?

The distance between Port Talbot and Porthmadog is 148 miles. The road distance is 132.6 miles.

How do I travel from Port Talbot to Porthmadog without a car?

The best way to get from Port Talbot to Porthmadog without a car is to train and bus which takes 7h 44m and costs £35 - £75.

How long does it take to get from Port Talbot to Porthmadog?

It takes approximately 5h 13m to get from Port Talbot to Porthmadog, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Port Talbot to Porthmadog train from?

Port Talbot to Porthmadog train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Port Talbot Parkway station.

Where does the Port Talbot to Porthmadog train arrive?

Port Talbot to Porthmadog train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Cardiff Central station.

Can I drive from Port Talbot to Porthmadog?

Yes, the driving distance between Port Talbot to Porthmadog is 133 miles. It takes approximately 3h 10m to drive from Port Talbot to Porthmadog.

How do I get a train ticket from Port Talbot to Porthmadog?

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Where can I stay near Porthmadog?

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

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

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Bus, drive
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1. Take the bus from Port Talbot Bus Station 9 to Rose and Crownbus 112 / ...
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 13m
£26–36
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Port Talbot Parkway to Carmarthentrain
2. Take the bus from The Black Lion to Park Avenuebus T1 / ...
3. Take the train from Dovey Junction to Porthmadogtrain
7h 44m
£39–71
Drive 131.9 mi
1. Drive from Port Talbot to Porthmadogcar 131.9 mi
3h 10m
£33–48
Train
1. Take the train from Port Talbot Parkway to Cardiff Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Shrewsburytrain
3. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Machynllethtrain
4. Take the train from Machynlleth to Porthmadogtrain
8h 20m
£81–143

Port Talbot to Porthmadog by train and bus

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Distance: 147.2 mi
Duration: 5h 13m

What companies run services between Port Talbot, Wales and Porthmadog, Wales?

You can take a train from Port Talbot Parkway to Porthmadog via Cardiff Central, Shrewsbury, and Machynlleth in around 8h 20m.

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