What is the cheapest way to get from Porthmadog to Ellesmere Port?

The cheapest way to get from Porthmadog to Ellesmere Port is to drive which costs £16 - £24 and takes 1h 33m.

What is the fastest way to get from Porthmadog to Ellesmere Port?

The fastest way to get from Porthmadog to Ellesmere Port is to drive which takes 1h 33m and costs £16 - £24.

Is there a direct train between Porthmadog and Ellesmere Port?

No, there is no direct train from Porthmadog to Ellesmere Port. However, there are services departing from Porthmadog Harbour and arriving at Ellesmere Port via Blaenau Ffestiniog, Llandudno Junction, Chester and Hooton. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 5m.

How far is it from Porthmadog to Ellesmere Port?

The distance between Porthmadog and Ellesmere Port is 87 miles. The road distance is 66.6 miles.

How do I travel from Porthmadog to Ellesmere Port without a car?

The best way to get from Porthmadog to Ellesmere Port without a car is to taxi and bus and line 1 bus which takes 3h 40m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Porthmadog to Ellesmere Port?

It takes approximately 3h 40m to get from Porthmadog to Ellesmere Port, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Porthmadog to Ellesmere Port train from?

Porthmadog to Ellesmere Port train services, operated by Ffestiniog & Welsh Highland Railways, depart from Porthmadog Harbour station.

Where does the Porthmadog to Ellesmere Port train arrive?

Porthmadog to Ellesmere Port train services, operated by Ffestiniog & Welsh Highland Railways, arrive at Blaenau Ffestiniog station.

Can I drive from Porthmadog to Ellesmere Port?

Yes, the driving distance between Porthmadog to Ellesmere Port is 67 miles. It takes approximately 1h 33m to drive from Porthmadog to Ellesmere Port.

Where can I stay near Ellesmere Port?

There are 2837+ hotels available in Ellesmere Port.

Porthmadog to Ellesmere Port - 3 ways to travel via train, taxi, and bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Porthmadog to Ellesmere Port by taxi, bus, train, or car

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Taxi, bus, line 1 bus
best
1. Take the taxi from Porthmadog to Corwen Bus Stationtaxi
2. Take the bus from Corwen Bus Station to Railway Stationbus T8
3. Take the bus from Railway Station to Ellesmere Port Bus Interchangebus 1 / ...
3h 40m
Drive 66.2 mi
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1. Drive from Porthmadog to Ellesmere Portcar 66.2 mi
1h 33m
£17–24
Steam train, train
1. Take the train from Porthmadog Harbour to Blaenau Ffestiniogtrain
2. Take the train from Blaenau Ffestiniog to Llandudno Junctiontrain
3. Take the train from Llandudno Junction to Chestertrain
5h 5m

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Distance: 86.7 mi
Duration: 3h 40m

What companies run services between Porthmadog, Wales and Ellesmere Port, England?

You can take a train from Porthmadog Harbour to Ellesmere Port via Blaenau Ffestiniog, Llandudno Junction, Chester, and Hooton in around 5h 5m.

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