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How to get fromPorthmadog to Ludlowby bus, train, or car

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

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  1. Bus, train

    best
    1. Take the bus from Porthmadog Park Stand B to Bangor stationbus bus Taith
    2. Take the train from Bangor (Gwynedd) to Ludlowtrain train Holyhead - Cardiff Central
    4h 39m

  2. Bus

    cheapest
    1. Take the bus from The Australia to Bus Depotbus bus T2
    2. Take the bus from Bus Depot to Newtown Bus Stationbus bus X85
    3. Take the bus from Newtown Bus Station Stand 2 to Railway Stationbus bus x81
    6h 32m
    £14–19

  3. Drive  91.2 mi

    1. Drive from Porthmadog to Ludlowcar car 91.2 mi
    2h 2m
    £23–34

  4. Train

    1. Take the train from Porthmadog to Machynllethtrain train
    2. Take the train from Machynlleth to Shrewsburytrain train
    3. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Ludlowtrain train
    5h
    £44–73

Porthmadog to Ludlow by train

Calendar53Weekly Trains
Duration5hAverage Duration
Ticket£44Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 157.1 mi
  • Duration: 4h 39m

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

You can take a bus from The Australia to Ludlow via Bus Depot, Newtown Bus Station Stand 2, Railway Station, and Craven Arms in around 6h 32m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Porthmadog to Ludlow via Machynlleth and Shrewsbury in around 5h.

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