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 £25 - £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 £25 - £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 Porthmadog Harbour and arriving at Manchester Piccadilly via Blaenau Ffestiniog and Llandudno Junction. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 1m.

How far is it from Porthmadog to Manchester?

The distance between Porthmadog and Manchester is 116 miles. The road distance is 102.2 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 taxi and bus and train which takes 4h 18m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 4h 18m 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 Porthmadog station.

Where does the Porthmadog to Manchester train arrive?

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

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

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

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

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Taxi, bus, train
best
1. Take the taxi from Porthmadog to Corwen Bus Stationtaxi
2. Take the bus from Corwen Bus Station to Railway Stationbus T8
3. Take the train from Chester to Manchester Victoriatrain
4h 18m
Drive 101.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Porthmadog to Manchestercar 101.6 mi
2h 13m
£26–37
Steam train, train
1. Take the train from Porthmadog Harbour to Blaenau Ffestiniogtrain
2. Take the train from Blaenau Ffestiniog to Llandudno Junctiontrain
3. Take the train from Llandudno Junction to Manchester Piccadillytrain
6h 1m
Train
1. Take the train from Porthmadog to Machynllethtrain
2. Take the train from Machynlleth to Shrewsburytrain
3. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Manchester Piccadillytrain
6h 1m
£56–94

Porthmadog to Manchester by train

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6h 1mAverage Duration

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Distance: 115.3 mi
Duration: 4h 18m

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

You can take a train from Porthmadog Harbour to Manchester Piccadilly via Blaenau Ffestiniog and Llandudno Junction in around 6h 1m.

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