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

The cheapest way to get from Porthmadog to Llanelli is to drive which costs £29 - £45 and takes 3h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Porthmadog to Llanelli is to drive which takes 3h 3m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Porthmadog and Llanelli?

No, there is no direct bus from Porthmadog to Llanelli. However, there are services departing from The Australia and arriving at West End via Carmarthen Bus Station Stand 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 14m.

Is there a direct train between Porthmadog and Llanelli?

No, there is no direct train from Porthmadog to Llanelli. However, there are services departing from Porthmadog and arriving at Llanelli via Machynlleth and Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 35m.

How far is it from Porthmadog to Llanelli?

The distance between Porthmadog and Llanelli is 128 miles. The road distance is 119.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Porthmadog to Llanelli without a car is to bus which takes 5h 14m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 5h 14m to get from Porthmadog to Llanelli, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Porthmadog to Llanelli bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Porthmadog to Llanelli train from?

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

Train or bus from Porthmadog to Llanelli?

The best way to get from Porthmadog to Llanelli is to bus which takes 5h 14m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £70 - £120 and takes 8h 35m.

Where does the Porthmadog to Llanelli bus arrive?

Porthmadog to Llanelli bus services, operated by TaithCymru, arrive at Carmarthen station.

Where does the Porthmadog to Llanelli train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Porthmadog to Llanelli?

Yes, the driving distance between Porthmadog to Llanelli is 119 miles. It takes approximately 3h 3m to drive from Porthmadog to Llanelli.

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

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Porthmadog to Llanelli - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Bus
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1. Take the bus from The Australia to Carmarthen stationbus 1
2. Take the bus from Carmarthen Bus Station Stand 2 to West Endbus 195 / ...
5h 14m
Drive 118.7 mi
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1. Drive from Porthmadog to Llanellicar 118.7 mi
3h 3m
£30–43
Train
1. Take the train from Porthmadog to Machynllethtrain
2. Take the train from Machynlleth to Shrewsburytrain
3. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Llanellitrain
8h 35m
£70–119

Porthmadog to Llanelli by train

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Distance: 127.3 mi
Duration: 5h 14m

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

You can take a bus from The Australia to West End via Carmarthen station and Carmarthen Bus Station Stand 2 in around 5h 14m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Porthmadog to Llanelli via Machynlleth and Shrewsbury in around 8h 35m.

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