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

The cheapest way to get from Porthmadog to Blackpool is to drive which costs £29 - £45 and takes 3h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Porthmadog to Blackpool is to drive which takes 3h 3m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct train between Porthmadog and Blackpool?

No, there is no direct train from Porthmadog to Blackpool. However, there are services departing from Blaenau Ffestiniog and arriving at Blackpool North via Llandudno Junction, Warrington Bank Quay and Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 3m.

How far is it from Porthmadog to Blackpool?

The distance between Porthmadog and Blackpool is 146 miles. The road distance is 120.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Porthmadog to Blackpool without a car is to train which takes 6h 3m and costs £50 - £95.

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

It takes approximately 6h 3m to get from Porthmadog to Blackpool, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Porthmadog to Blackpool train from?

Porthmadog to Blackpool train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Blaenau Ffestiniog station.

Where does the Porthmadog to Blackpool train arrive?

Porthmadog to Blackpool train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Llandudno Junction station.

Can I drive from Porthmadog to Blackpool?

Yes, the driving distance between Porthmadog to Blackpool is 120 miles. It takes approximately 3h 3m to drive from Porthmadog to Blackpool.

Where can I stay near Blackpool?

There are 1930+ hotels available in Blackpool.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Blaenau Ffestiniog to Llandudno Junctiontrain
2. Take the train from Llandudno Junction to Warrington Bank Quaytrain
3. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Prestontrain
6h 3m
£51–92
Drive 119.5 mi
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1. Drive from Porthmadog to Blackpoolcar 119.5 mi
3h 3m
£30–42
Bus, train via Manchester
1. Take the bus from Eldon Square 1 to Wrexham Bus Station 5bus T3 / ...
2. Take the train from Chester to Manchester Oxford Roadtrain
3. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to National Express Coach Facilitybus 121 / ...
8h 37m
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Porthmadog Park A to Bangor Bus Station Stand Bbus T2
2. Take the train from Llandudno Junction to Liverpool Lime Streettrain
3. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Blackpool Northtrain
7h 24m

Porthmadog to Blackpool by bus and train

40Weekly Services

6h 3mAverage Duration

£51Cheapest Price

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Distance: 145 mi
Duration: 6h 3m

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

You can take a bus from The Australia to Blackpool North via Blaenau Ffestiniog Station Stand C, Blaenau Ffestiniog, Llandudno Junction, Warrington Bank Quay, and Preston in around 6h 3m.

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