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

The cheapest way to get from Porthmadog to Manchester is to drive which costs £24 - £40 and takes 2h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Porthmadog to Manchester is to drive which takes 2h 13m and costs £24 - £40.

Is there a direct train between Porthmadog and Manchester?

No, there is no direct train from Porthmadog to Manchester. However, there are services departing from Blaenau Ffestiniog and arriving at Manchester Oxford Road via Llandudno Junction. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 16m.

How far is it from Porthmadog to Manchester?

The distance between Porthmadog and Manchester is 134 miles. The road distance is 102.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Porthmadog to Manchester without a car is to bus and train which takes 4h 49m and costs £45 - £80.

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

It takes approximately 4h 49m to get from Porthmadog to Manchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Porthmadog to Manchester train from?

Porthmadog to Manchester train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Blaenau Ffestiniog station.

Where does the Porthmadog to Manchester train arrive?

Porthmadog to Manchester train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Llandudno Junction station.

Can I drive from Porthmadog to Manchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Porthmadog to Manchester is 102 miles. It takes approximately 2h 13m to drive from Porthmadog to Manchester.

Where can I stay near Manchester?

There are 3614+ hotels available in Manchester.

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

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

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Porthmadog Park A to Bangor Bus Station Stand Bbus T2
2. Take the train from Bangor (Gwynedd) to Manchester Piccadillytrain Holyhead - Manchester Airport / ...
4h 49m
£46–79
Bus, train via Wrexham
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 train from Chester to Manchester Victoriatrain
6h 19m
£25–44
Drive 101.7 mi
1. Drive from Porthmadog to Manchestercar 101.7 mi
2h 13m
£25–36
Train
1. Take the train from Blaenau Ffestiniog to Llandudno Junctiontrain Blaenau Ffestiniog - Llandudno / ...
2. Take the train from Llandudno Junction to Manchester Oxford Roadtrain Holyhead - Manchester Airport / ...
5h 16m
£41–77

Porthmadog to Manchester by bus and train

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4h 49mAverage Duration

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Distance: 133.3 mi
Duration: 4h 49m

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

You can take a bus from The Australia to Manchester Oxford Road via Blaenau Ffestiniog Station Stand C, Blaenau Ffestiniog, and Llandudno Junction in around 5h 16m.

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