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

The cheapest way to get from Porthmadog to Chirk is to drive which costs £13 - £20 and takes 1h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Porthmadog to Chirk is to drive which takes 1h 16m and costs £13 - £20.

Is there a direct bus between Porthmadog and Chirk?

No, there is no direct bus from Porthmadog to Chirk. However, there are services departing from The Australia and arriving at Hand Hotel via Eldon Square 1 and Parade Street 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 47m.

Is there a direct train between Porthmadog and Chirk?

No, there is no direct train from Porthmadog to Chirk. However, there are services departing from Porthmadog and arriving at Chirk via Machynlleth and Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 9m.

How far is it from Porthmadog to Chirk?

The distance between Porthmadog and Chirk is 71 miles. The road distance is 55.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Porthmadog to Chirk without a car is to bus which takes 3h 47m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 47m to get from Porthmadog to Chirk, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Porthmadog to Chirk bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Porthmadog to Chirk train from?

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

Train or bus from Porthmadog to Chirk?

The best way to get from Porthmadog to Chirk is to bus which takes 3h 47m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £50 - £90 and takes 5h 9m.

Where does the Porthmadog to Chirk bus arrive?

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

Where does the Porthmadog to Chirk train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Porthmadog to Chirk?

Yes, the driving distance between Porthmadog to Chirk is 56 miles. It takes approximately 1h 16m to drive from Porthmadog to Chirk.

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

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from The Australia to Eldon Square 1bus T2
2. Take the bus from Eldon Square 1 to Parade Street 1bus T3 / ...
3h 47m
Drive 55.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Porthmadog to Chirkcar 55.4 mi
1h 16m
£14–20
Train
1. Take the train from Porthmadog to Machynllethtrain Pwllheli - Machynlleth
2. Take the train from Machynlleth to Shrewsburytrain Aberystwyth - Birmingham International / ...
5h 9m
£50–90

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Distance: 71 mi
Duration: 3h 47m

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

You can take a bus from The Australia to Hand Hotel via Eldon Square 1 and Parade Street 2 in around 3h 47m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Porthmadog to Chirk via Machynlleth and Shrewsbury in around 5h 9m.

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