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

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

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 bus between Porthmadog and Chepstow?

No, there is no direct bus from Porthmadog to Chepstow station. However, there are services departing from The Australia and arriving at Chepstow Bus Station Stand 2 via Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 and Sarn Odeon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 15m.

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 7h 1m.

How far is it from Porthmadog to Chepstow?

The distance between Porthmadog and Chepstow is 242 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 bus and train which takes 6h 36m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 6h 36m to get from Porthmadog to Chepstow, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Porthmadog to Chepstow bus from?

Porthmadog to Chepstow bus services, operated by TaithCymru, depart from The Australia station.

Where do I catch the Porthmadog to Chepstow train from?

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

Train or bus from Porthmadog to Chepstow?

The best way to get from Porthmadog to Chepstow is to train which takes 7h 1m and costs £70 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 9h 15m.

Where does the Porthmadog to Chepstow bus arrive?

Porthmadog to Chepstow bus services, operated by TaithCymru, arrive at Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 5.

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?

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Porthmadog to Chepstow - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Porthmadog to Chepstow 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 Newport (S Wales)train Holyhead - Cardiff Central
6h 36m
Drive 139.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Porthmadog to Chepstowcar 139.3 mi
3h 23m
£35–50
Bus, train via Carmarthen
1. Take the bus from The Australia to Carmarthen stationbus 1
2. Take the train from Carmarthen to Newport (S Wales)train Milford Haven - Shrewsbury / ...
8h 11m
Train
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
7h 1m
£70–120
Bus
1. Take the bus from The Australia to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 5bus 1
2. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 to Sarn Odeonbus T1c
3. Take the bus from Sarn Odeon to Chepstow Bus Station Stand 2bus 507
9h 15m

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Distance: 240.9 mi
Duration: 6h 36m

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 7h 1m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Australia to Chepstow Bus Station Stand 2 via Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 and Sarn Odeon in around 9h 15m.

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