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

The cheapest way to get from Porthmadog to Cotswolds is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 3h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Porthmadog to Cotswolds is to drive which takes 3h 22m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct train between Porthmadog and Cotswolds?

No, there is no direct train from Porthmadog to Cotswolds. However, there are services departing from Porthmadog and arriving at Cheltenham Spa via Machynlleth and Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 41m.

How far is it from Porthmadog to Cotswolds?

The distance between Porthmadog and Cotswolds is 203 miles. The road distance is 151.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Porthmadog to Cotswolds without a car is to train which takes 6h 41m and costs £85 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 6h 41m to get from Porthmadog to Cotswolds, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Porthmadog to Cotswolds train from?

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

Where does the Porthmadog to Cotswolds train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Porthmadog to Cotswolds?

Yes, the driving distance between Porthmadog to Cotswolds is 152 miles. It takes approximately 3h 22m to drive from Porthmadog to Cotswolds.

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

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Where can I stay near Cotswolds?

There are 1574+ hotels available in Cotswolds.

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

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

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Train
best
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 Cheltenham Spatrain
6h 41m
£86–134
Drive 150.7 mi
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1. Drive from Porthmadog to Cotswoldscar 150.7 mi
3h 22m
£38–55
Bus, train via Cardiff
1. Take the bus from The Australia to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 5bus
2. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 to Tresillian Waybus T1c
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Gloucestertrain
10h 31m
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from The Australia to Bus Depotbus T2
2. Take the train from Machynlleth to Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Gloucestertrain
8h 19m
£61–100

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Distance: 201.5 mi
Duration: 6h 41m

What companies run services between Porthmadog, Wales and Cotswolds, England?

You can take a train from Porthmadog to Cotswolds via Machynlleth, Birmingham New Street, and Cheltenham Spa in around 6h 41m.

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