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

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There are 3 ways to get from Porthmadog to Manchester 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 Manchester Oxford Roadtrain train Holyhead - Manchester Airport / ...
    4h 6m

  2. Bus, train via Wrexham

    cheapest
    1. Take the bus from The Australia to Eldon Square 1bus bus T2
    2. Take the bus from Eldon Square 1 to Wrexham Bus Station 5bus bus T3 / ...
    3. Take the train from Chester to Manchester Victoriatrain train
    6h 40m
    £22–40

  3. Drive  101.6 mi

    1. Drive from Porthmadog to Manchestercar car 101.6 mi
    2h 13m
    £26–37

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  • Distance: 127.2 mi
  • Duration: 4h 6m

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

There is no direct connection from Porthmadog to Manchester. However, you can take the bus to Bangor station, walk to Bangor (Gwynedd), then take the train to Manchester Oxford Road. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Australia to Manchester Victoria via Eldon Square 1, Wrexham Bus Station 7, Railway Station, and Chester in around 6h 40m.

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