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

The cheapest way to get from Porthmadog to Birmingham is to drive which costs £28 - £45 and takes 2h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Porthmadog to Birmingham is to drive which takes 2h 22m and costs £28 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Porthmadog and Birmingham?

No, there is no direct bus from Porthmadog to Birmingham station. However, there are services departing from The Australia and arriving at Birmingham Coach Station via Bus Depot and Newtown Bus Station Stand 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h.

Is there a direct train between Porthmadog and Birmingham?

No, there is no direct train from Porthmadog to Birmingham. However, there are services departing from Porthmadog and arriving at Birmingham New Street via Machynlleth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 22m.

How far is it from Porthmadog to Birmingham?

The distance between Porthmadog and Birmingham is 145 miles. The road distance is 119.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Porthmadog to Birmingham without a car is to bus and train which takes 4h 53m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 4h 53m to get from Porthmadog to Birmingham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Porthmadog to Birmingham bus from?

Porthmadog to Birmingham bus services, operated by Lloyd's Coaches, depart from The Australia station.

Where do I catch the Porthmadog to Birmingham train from?

Porthmadog to Birmingham train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Porthmadog station.

Train or bus from Porthmadog to Birmingham?

The best way to get from Porthmadog to Birmingham is to bus which takes 7h and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £55 - £100 and takes 5h 22m.

Where does the Porthmadog to Birmingham bus arrive?

Porthmadog to Birmingham bus services, operated by Lloyd's Coaches, arrive at Bus Depot station.

Where does the Porthmadog to Birmingham train arrive?

Porthmadog to Birmingham train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Machynlleth station.

Can I drive from Porthmadog to Birmingham?

Yes, the driving distance between Porthmadog to Birmingham is 119 miles. It takes approximately 2h 22m to drive from Porthmadog to Birmingham.

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

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

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from The Australia to Bus Depotbus T2
2. Take the train from Machynlleth to Birmingham New Streettrain Aberystwyth - Birmingham International / ...
4h 53m
Drive 118.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Porthmadog to Birminghamcar 118.4 mi
2h 22m
£29–42
Bus
1. Take the bus from The Australia to Bus Depotbus T2
2. Take the bus from Bus Depot to Newtown Bus Stationbus X85
3. Take the bus from Newtown Bus Station Stand 2 to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 409
7h
Train
1. Take the train from Porthmadog to Machynllethtrain Pwllheli - Machynlleth
2. Take the train from Machynlleth to Birmingham New Streettrain Aberystwyth - Birmingham International / ...
5h 22m
£58–100

Porthmadog to Birmingham by train

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Distance: 143.9 mi
Duration: 4h 53m

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

You can take a bus from The Australia to Birmingham Coach Station via Bus Depot and Newtown Bus Station Stand 2 in around 7h. Alternatively, you can take a train from Porthmadog to Birmingham New Street via Machynlleth in around 5h 22m.

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