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

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

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 bus between Port Talbot and Porthmadog?

No, there is no direct bus from Port Talbot to Porthmadog. However, there are services departing from Port Talbot Parkway 6 and arriving at Porthmadog Park Stand B via Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 6. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 55m.

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 Dovey Junction. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 8m.

How far is it from Port Talbot to Porthmadog?

The distance between Port Talbot and Porthmadog is 145 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 bus which takes 5h 55m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 5h 55m to get from Port Talbot to Porthmadog, including transfers.

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

Port Talbot to Porthmadog bus services, operated by Mid Wales Travel, depart from Port Talbot Parkway 6 station.

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.

Train or bus from Port Talbot to Porthmadog?

The best way to get from Port Talbot to Porthmadog is to bus which takes 5h 55m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £80 - £150 and takes 8h 8m.

Where does the Port Talbot to Porthmadog bus arrive?

Port Talbot to Porthmadog bus services, operated by Mid Wales Travel, arrive at Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7.

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, train, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Port Talbot Parkway 6 to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7bus T1c
2. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 6 to Porthmadog Park Stand Bbus Taith
5h 55m
Drive 131.9 mi
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1. Drive from Port Talbot to Porthmadogcar 131.9 mi
3h 10m
£34–48
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 Dovey Junctiontrain
4. Take the train from Dovey Junction to Porthmadogtrain
8h 8m
£80–141
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Port Talbot Parkway to Carmarthentrain Bristol Temple Meads - Milford Haven / ...
2. Take the bus from Carmarthen station to Porthmadog Park Stand Bbus Taith
6h 12m

Port Talbot to Porthmadog by train

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Distance: 143.8 mi
Duration: 5h 55m

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

You can take a bus from Port Talbot Parkway 6 to Porthmadog Park Stand B via Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 6 in around 5h 55m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Port Talbot Parkway to Porthmadog via Cardiff Central, Shrewsbury, and Dovey Junction in around 8h 8m.

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