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

The cheapest way to get from Porthmadog to Macclesfield is to bus and line 38 bus which costs £20 - £35 and takes 7h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Porthmadog to Macclesfield is to drive which takes 2h 17m and costs £24 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Porthmadog and Macclesfield?

No, there is no direct bus from Porthmadog to Macclesfield station. However, there are services departing from The Australia and arriving at Railway Station via Eldon Square 1, Wrexham Bus Station 7 and Crewe Arms Hotel. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 7m.

Is there a direct train between Porthmadog and Macclesfield?

No, there is no direct train from Porthmadog to Macclesfield. However, there are services departing from Porthmadog and arriving at Macclesfield via Machynlleth, Shrewsbury and Stockport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 15m.

How far is it from Porthmadog to Macclesfield?

The distance between Porthmadog and Macclesfield is 146 miles. The road distance is 100.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Porthmadog to Macclesfield without a car is to bus and train which takes 4h 41m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 4h 41m to get from Porthmadog to Macclesfield, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Porthmadog to Macclesfield bus from?

Porthmadog to Macclesfield bus services, operated by Lloyd's Coaches, depart from The Australia station.

Where do I catch the Porthmadog to Macclesfield train from?

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

Train or bus from Porthmadog to Macclesfield?

The best way to get from Porthmadog to Macclesfield is to bus and line 38 bus which takes 7h 7m and costs £20 - £35. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £55 - £110 and takes 6h 15m.

Where does the Porthmadog to Macclesfield bus arrive?

Porthmadog to Macclesfield bus services, operated by Lloyd's Coaches, arrive at Eldon Square 1 station.

Where does the Porthmadog to Macclesfield train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Porthmadog to Macclesfield?

Yes, the driving distance between Porthmadog to Macclesfield is 101 miles. It takes approximately 2h 17m to drive from Porthmadog to Macclesfield.

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

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Porthmadog to Macclesfield - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 38 bus

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

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Porthmadog Park Stand B to Bangor stationbus 1
2. Take the train from Bangor (Gwynedd) to Manchester Piccadillytrain Holyhead - Manchester Airport / ...
4h 41m
Bus, line 38 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from The Australia to Eldon Square 1bus T2
2. Take the bus from Eldon Square 1 to Wrexham Bus Station 5bus T3 / ...
3. Take the bus from Crewe Arms Hotel to Railway Stationbus 38
7h 7m
£20–31
Drive 100.3 mi
1. Drive from Porthmadog to Macclesfieldcar 100.3 mi
2h 17m
£25–36
Train
1. Take the train from Porthmadog to Machynllethtrain
2. Take the train from Machynlleth to Shrewsburytrain
3. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Stockporttrain
6h 15m
£57–102

Porthmadog to Macclesfield by train

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Distance: 145.4 mi
Duration: 4h 41m

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

You can take a bus from The Australia to Railway Station via Eldon Square 1, Wrexham Bus Station 7, Railway Station, Chester, Crewe, and Crewe Arms Hotel in around 7h 7m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Porthmadog to Macclesfield via Machynlleth, Shrewsbury, and Stockport in around 6h 15m.

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