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

The cheapest way to get from Porthmadog to Llangollen is to drive which costs £12 - £18 and takes 1h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Porthmadog to Llangollen is to drive which takes 1h 5m and costs £12 - £18.

Is there a direct train between Porthmadog and Llangollen?

No, there is no direct train from Porthmadog to Llangollen. However, there are services departing from Porthmadog and arriving at Wrexham General via Machynlleth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 47m.

How far is it from Porthmadog to Llangollen?

The distance between Porthmadog and Llangollen is 148 miles. The road distance is 49.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Porthmadog to Llangollen without a car is to train which takes 5h 47m and costs £45 - £80.

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

It takes approximately 5h 47m to get from Porthmadog to Llangollen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Porthmadog to Llangollen train from?

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

Where does the Porthmadog to Llangollen train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Porthmadog to Llangollen?

Yes, the driving distance between Porthmadog to Llangollen is 49 miles. It takes approximately 1h 5m to drive from Porthmadog to Llangollen.

Where can I stay near Llangollen?

There are 762+ hotels available in Llangollen.

Porthmadog to Llangollen - 5 ways to travel via train, car, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Porthmadog to Llangollen by train, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Porthmadog to Machynllethtrain Pwllheli - Machynlleth
2. Take the train from Machynlleth to Wrexham Generaltrain Aberystwyth - Chester
5h 47m
£46–77
Drive 48.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Porthmadog to Llangollencar 48.8 mi
1h 5m
£13–18
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Porthmadog to Llangollentaxi 48.8 mi
1h 5m
£210–260
Train via Shrewsbury
1. Take the train from Porthmadog to Machynllethtrain
2. Take the train from Machynlleth to Shrewsburytrain
3. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Wrexham Generaltrain
6h 23m
£46–79
Steam train, train
1. Take the train from Porthmadog Harbour to Caernarfontrain Snowdonia Star / ...
2. Take the train from Llandudno Junction to Wrexham Generaltrain Llandudno Junction - Birmingham International / ...
7h 23m
£83–98

Porthmadog to Llangollen by train and bus

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5h 47mAverage Duration

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Distance: 147.1 mi
Duration: 5h 47m

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

You can take a train from Porthmadog to Parade Street 2 via Machynlleth, Wrexham General, Wrexham General Station, and Wrexham Bus Station 1 in around 5h 47m.

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