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

The cheapest way to get from Porthmadog to Buxton is to bus and line 38 bus which costs £26 - £40 and takes 8h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Porthmadog to Buxton is to drive which takes 2h 38m and costs £27 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Porthmadog and Buxton?

No, there is no direct bus from Porthmadog to Buxton. However, there are services departing from The Australia and arriving at Market Place via Eldon Square 1, Wrexham Bus Station 7, Crewe Arms Hotel and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 17m.

Is there a direct train between Porthmadog and Buxton?

No, there is no direct train from Porthmadog to Buxton. However, there are services departing from Porthmadog and arriving at Buxton via Machynlleth, Shrewsbury and Stockport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 14m.

How far is it from Porthmadog to Buxton?

The distance between Porthmadog and Buxton is 168 miles. The road distance is 111.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Porthmadog to Buxton without a car is to bus and train which takes 6h 23m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 6h 23m to get from Porthmadog to Buxton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Porthmadog to Buxton bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Porthmadog to Buxton train from?

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

Train or bus from Porthmadog to Buxton?

The best way to get from Porthmadog to Buxton is to bus and line 38 bus which takes 8h 17m and costs £26 - £40. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £60 - £110 and takes 7h 14m.

Where does the Porthmadog to Buxton bus arrive?

Porthmadog to Buxton bus services, operated by Lloyd's Coaches, arrive at Eldon Square 1 station.

Where does the Porthmadog to Buxton train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Porthmadog to Buxton?

Yes, the driving distance between Porthmadog to Buxton is 112 miles. It takes approximately 2h 38m to drive from Porthmadog to Buxton.

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

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Porthmadog to Buxton - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 38 bus, and car

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

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Porthmadog Park Stand B to Bangor stationbus 1
2. Take the train from Bangor (Gwynedd) to Manchester Airporttrain
3. Take the bus from Manchester Airport The Station to Terrace Roadbus 199
6h 23m
Bus, line 38 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from The Australia to Eldon Square 1bus T2
2. Take the bus from Eldon Square 1 to Wrexham Bus Station 5bus T3 / ...
3. Take the bus from Crewe Arms Hotel to Bus Stationbus 38
8h 17m
£26–37
Drive 111 mi
1. Drive from Porthmadog to Buxtoncar 111 mi
2h 38m
£28–40
Train
1. Take the train from Porthmadog to Machynllethtrain
2. Take the train from Machynlleth to Shrewsburytrain
3. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Stockporttrain
7h 14m
£60–106

Porthmadog to Buxton by train

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Distance: 167.4 mi
Duration: 6h 23m

What companies run services between Porthmadog, Wales and Buxton, Derbyshire, England?

You can take a bus from The Australia to Market Place via Eldon Square 1, Wrexham Bus Station 7, Railway Station, Chester, Crewe, Crewe Arms Hotel, and Bus Station in around 8h 17m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Porthmadog to Buxton via Machynlleth, Shrewsbury, and Stockport in around 7h 14m.

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