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

The cheapest way to get from Porthmadog to Cardigan is to drive which costs £23 - £35 and takes 2h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Porthmadog to Cardigan is to drive which takes 2h 17m and costs £23 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Porthmadog and Cardigan?

No, there is no direct bus from Porthmadog to Cardigan. However, there are services departing from The Australia and arriving at Finch Square A via Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7, The Black Lion and Glangwili Hospital. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 50m.

How far is it from Porthmadog to Cardigan?

The distance between Porthmadog and Cardigan is 96 miles. The road distance is 95.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Porthmadog to Cardigan without a car is to train and taxi which takes 3h 53m and costs £180 - £240.

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

It takes approximately 3h 53m to get from Porthmadog to Cardigan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Porthmadog to Cardigan bus from?

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

Where does the Porthmadog to Cardigan bus arrive?

Porthmadog to Cardigan bus services, operated by Lloyd's Coaches, arrive at Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4.

Can I drive from Porthmadog to Cardigan?

Yes, the driving distance between Porthmadog to Cardigan is 96 miles. It takes approximately 2h 17m to drive from Porthmadog to Cardigan.

Where can I stay near Cardigan?

There are 873+ hotels available in Cardigan.

Porthmadog to Cardigan - 3 ways to travel via train, taxi, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Porthmadog to Cardigan by train, taxi, bus, or car

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Train, taxi
best
1. Take the train from Porthmadog to Dovey Junctiontrain Pwllheli - Machynlleth
2. Take the taxi from Aberystwyth to Cardigantaxi
3h 53m
£189–231
Drive 95.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Porthmadog to Cardigancar 95.1 mi
2h 17m
£24–35
Bus
1. Take the bus from The Australia to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4bus T2
2. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 to The Black Lionbus T1 / ...
3. Take the bus from Glangwili Hospital to Finch Square Abus 460
6h 50m

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Distance: 95.1 mi
Duration: 3h 53m

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

You can take a bus from The Australia to Finch Square A via Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7, The Black Lion, and Glangwili Hospital in around 6h 50m.

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