What is the cheapest way to get from Porthmadog to Colwyn Bay?

The cheapest way to get from Porthmadog to Colwyn Bay is to bus and line 5 bus which costs £7 - £13 and takes 3h 7m.

What is the fastest way to get from Porthmadog to Colwyn Bay?

The fastest way to get from Porthmadog to Colwyn Bay is to drive which takes 1h 1m and costs £9 - £15.

Is there a direct bus between Porthmadog and Colwyn Bay?

No, there is no direct bus from Porthmadog to Colwyn Bay. However, there are services departing from Porthmadog Park A and arriving at Central Hotel via Bangor Bus Station Stand E and Llandudno Junction Station Stop U. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 7m.

How far is it from Porthmadog to Colwyn Bay?

The distance between Porthmadog and Colwyn Bay is 53 miles. The road distance is 40 miles.

How do I travel from Porthmadog to Colwyn Bay without a car?

The best way to get from Porthmadog to Colwyn Bay without a car is to bus and train via Bangor (Gwynedd) which takes 2h 30m and costs £12 - £21.

How long does it take to get from Porthmadog to Colwyn Bay?

It takes approximately 2h 30m to get from Porthmadog to Colwyn Bay, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Porthmadog to Colwyn Bay bus from?

Porthmadog to Colwyn Bay bus services, operated by Lloyd's Coaches, depart from Porthmadog Park A station.

Where does the Porthmadog to Colwyn Bay bus arrive?

Porthmadog to Colwyn Bay bus services, operated by Lloyd's Coaches, arrive at Bangor Bus Station Stand B.

Can I drive from Porthmadog to Colwyn Bay?

Yes, the driving distance between Porthmadog to Colwyn Bay is 40 miles. It takes approximately 1h 1m to drive from Porthmadog to Colwyn Bay.

Where can I stay near Colwyn Bay?

There are 2059+ hotels available in Colwyn Bay.

Porthmadog to Colwyn Bay - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Porthmadog to Colwyn Bay by bus, train, car, or taxi

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Bus, train via Bangor (Gwynedd)
best
1. Take the bus from Porthmadog Park A to Bangor Bus Station Stand Bbus T2
2. Take the train from Bangor (Gwynedd) to Colwyn Baytrain Holyhead - Manchester Airport / ...
2h 30m
£12–20
Bus, line 5 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Porthmadog Park A to Bangor Bus Station Stand Bbus T2
2. Take the bus from Bangor Bus Station Stand E to Broad Streetbus 5
3h 7m
£7–12
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from The Australia to Blaenau Ffestiniog Station Stand Cbus T22
2. Take the train from Blaenau Ffestiniog to Llandudno Junctiontrain Blaenau Ffestiniog - Llandudno / ...
2h 55m
£12–20
Drive 39.7 mi
1. Drive from Porthmadog to Colwyn Baycar 39.7 mi
1h 1m
£10–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Porthmadog to Colwyn Baytaxi 39.7 mi
1h 1m
£170–210

Porthmadog to Colwyn Bay by bus and train

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Distance: 53 mi
Duration: 2h 30m

What companies run services between Porthmadog, Wales and Colwyn Bay, Wales?

You can take a bus from Porthmadog Park A to Central Hotel via Bangor Bus Station Stand B, Bangor Bus Station Stand E, Broad Street, and Llandudno Junction Station Stop U in around 3h 7m.

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