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

The cheapest way to get from Porthmadog to Newport is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 3h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Porthmadog to Newport is to drive which takes 3h 15m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Porthmadog and Newport?

No, there is no direct bus from Porthmadog to Newport station. However, there are services departing from The Australia and arriving at Newport Train Station via Rose and Crown and Swansea City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 36m.

Is there a direct train between Porthmadog and Newport?

No, there is no direct train from Porthmadog to Newport. However, there are services departing from Porthmadog and arriving at Newport (S Wales) via Machynlleth and Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 17m.

How far is it from Porthmadog to Newport?

The distance between Porthmadog and Newport is 225 miles. The road distance is 136.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Porthmadog to Newport without a car is to bus and train which takes 5h 52m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 5h 52m to get from Porthmadog to Newport, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Porthmadog to Newport bus from?

Porthmadog to Newport bus services, operated by TaithCymru, depart from The Australia station.

Where do I catch the Porthmadog to Newport train from?

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

Train or bus from Porthmadog to Newport?

The best way to get from Porthmadog to Newport is to bus via Carmarthen which takes 8h 36m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £65 - £110 and takes 6h 17m.

Where does the Porthmadog to Newport bus arrive?

Porthmadog to Newport bus services, operated by TaithCymru, arrive at Carmarthen station.

Where does the Porthmadog to Newport train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Porthmadog to Newport?

Yes, the driving distance between Porthmadog to Newport is 136 miles. It takes approximately 3h 15m to drive from Porthmadog to Newport.

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

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Where can I stay near Newport?

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There are 5 ways to get from Porthmadog to Newport by bus, train, or car

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Porthmadog Park Stand B to Bangor stationbus Taith
2. Take the train from Bangor (Gwynedd) to Newport (S Wales)train Holyhead - Cardiff Central
5h 52m
Drive 135.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Porthmadog to Newportcar 135.4 mi
3h 15m
£35–50
Bus via Carmarthen
1. Take the bus from The Australia to Carmarthen stationbus
2. Take the bus from Rose and Crown to Swansea Bus Station Stand Bbus 508
3. Take the bus from Swansea City Bus Station to Newport Train Stationbus
8h 36m
Train
1. Take the train from Porthmadog to Machynllethtrain
2. Take the train from Machynlleth to Shrewsburytrain
3. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Newport (S Wales)train
6h 17m
£65–108
Bus
1. Take the bus from The Australia to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 5bus Taith
2. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 to Tresillian Waybus T1c
8h 46m

Porthmadog to Newport by train

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Distance: 223.8 mi
Duration: 5h 52m

What companies run services between Porthmadog, Wales and Newport, Wales?

You can take a bus from The Australia to Newport Train Station via Carmarthen station, Rose and Crown, Swansea Bus Station Stand B, and Swansea City Bus Station in around 8h 36m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Porthmadog to Newport (S Wales) via Machynlleth and Shrewsbury in around 6h 17m.

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