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

The cheapest way to get from Porthmadog to Chepstow is to drive and bus which costs £35 - £55 and takes 8h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Porthmadog to Chepstow is to drive which takes 3h 23m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct train between Porthmadog and Chepstow?

No, there is no direct train from Porthmadog to Chepstow. However, there are services departing from Porthmadog and arriving at Chepstow via Machynlleth, Shrewsbury and Newport (S Wales). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 57m.

How far is it from Porthmadog to Chepstow?

The distance between Porthmadog and Chepstow is 217 miles. The road distance is 140.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Porthmadog to Chepstow without a car is to train which takes 6h 57m and costs £70 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 6h 57m to get from Porthmadog to Chepstow, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Porthmadog to Chepstow train from?

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

Where does the Porthmadog to Chepstow train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Porthmadog to Chepstow?

Yes, the driving distance between Porthmadog to Chepstow is 140 miles. It takes approximately 3h 23m to drive from Porthmadog to Chepstow.

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

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Where can I stay near Chepstow?

There are 1941+ hotels available in Chepstow.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Porthmadog to Machynllethtrain
2. Take the train from Machynlleth to Shrewsburytrain
3. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Newport (S Wales)train
6h 57m
£70–126
Drive, bus
cheapest
1. Drive from Porthmadog to Park Avenuecar
2. Take the bus from Park Avenue to The Black Lionbus T1 / ...
3. Take the bus from The Black Lion to Carmarthen Bus Station Stand 1bus T1 / ...
4. Take the bus from Rose and Crown to Swansea Bus Station Stand Bbus 112 / ...
5. Take the bus from Swansea Bus Station Stand B to Chepstow Bus Station Stand 2bus 507
8h 50m
£35–54
Drive 139.3 mi
1. Drive from Porthmadog to Chepstowcar 139.3 mi
3h 23m
£35–51
Train via Birmingham
1. Take the train from Porthmadog to Machynllethtrain
2. Take the train from Machynlleth to Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Chepstowtrain
7h 38m
£85–139

Porthmadog to Chepstow by train

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Distance: 215.7 mi
Duration: 6h 57m

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

You can take a train from Porthmadog to Chepstow via Machynlleth, Shrewsbury, and Newport (S Wales) in around 6h 57m.

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