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

The cheapest way to get from Porth to Porthmadog is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 3h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Porth to Porthmadog is to drive which takes 3h 13m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct train between Porth and Porthmadog?

No, there is no direct train from Porth to Porthmadog. However, there are services departing from Porth and arriving at Porthmadog via Cardiff Central, Shrewsbury and Machynlleth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 18m.

How far is it from Porth to Porthmadog?

The distance between Porth and Porthmadog is 227 miles. The road distance is 135.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Porth to Porthmadog without a car is to train which takes 8h 18m and costs £75 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 8h 18m to get from Porth to Porthmadog, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Porth to Porthmadog train from?

Porth to Porthmadog train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Cardiff Central station.

Where does the Porth to Porthmadog train arrive?

Porth to Porthmadog train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Shrewsbury station.

Can I drive from Porth to Porthmadog?

Yes, the driving distance between Porth to Porthmadog is 135 miles. It takes approximately 3h 13m to drive from Porth to Porthmadog.

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

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Where can I stay near Porthmadog?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Shrewsburytrain
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Machynllethtrain
3. Take the train from Machynlleth to Porthmadogtrain
8h 18m
£75–127
Drive 134.7 mi
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1. Drive from Porth to Porthmadogcar 134.7 mi
3h 13m
£34–49
Bus, drive
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens 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
8h 41m
£37–54
Train, Steam train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bangor (Gwynedd)train Cardiff Central - Holyhead
2. Take the train from Caernarfon to Porthmadog Harbourtrain Snowdonia Star / ...
9h 51m
£138–193

Porth to Porthmadog by train

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Distance: 225.6 mi
Duration: 8h 18m

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

You can take a train from Porth to Porthmadog via Cardiff Central, Shrewsbury, and Machynlleth in around 8h 18m.

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