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

The cheapest way to get from Porthmadog to London is to drive which costs £55 - £85 and takes 4h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Porthmadog to London is to drive which takes 4h 21m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct train between Porthmadog and London?

No, there is no direct train from Porthmadog to London. However, there are services departing from Porthmadog and arriving at London Euston via Machynlleth and Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 48m.

How far is it from Porthmadog to London?

The distance between Porthmadog and London is 261 miles. The road distance is 233.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Porthmadog to London without a car is to train which takes 6h 48m and costs £80 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 6h 48m to get from Porthmadog to London, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Porthmadog to London train from?

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

Where does the Porthmadog to London train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Porthmadog to London?

Yes, the driving distance between Porthmadog to London is 233 miles. It takes approximately 4h 21m to drive from Porthmadog to London.

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

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Porthmadog to London by train, taxi, 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 London Eustontrain
6h 48m
£80–174
Drive 232.1 mi
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1. Drive from Porthmadog to Londoncar 232.1 mi
4h 21m
£58–84
Taxi, bus
1. Take the taxi from Porthmadog to Corwen Bus Stationtaxi
2. Take the bus from Corwen Bus Station to Sandy Lanebus T8
3. Take the bus from Chester Bus Interchange to London Victoriabus
8h 50m
Train via Milton Keynes
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 Bletchleytrain
4. Take the train from Bletchley to London Eustontrain
8h 24m
£84–179

Porthmadog to London by train

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6h 48mAverage Duration

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Distance: 259.3 mi
Duration: 6h 48m

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

You can take a train from Porthmadog to London Euston via Machynlleth and Birmingham New Street in around 6h 48m.

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