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

The cheapest way to get from Porthmadog to Northampton is to bus which costs £26 - £45 and takes 9h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Porthmadog to Northampton is to drive which takes 3h 11m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Porthmadog and Northampton?

No, there is no direct bus from Porthmadog to Northampton. However, there are services departing from The Australia and arriving at Coach Park via Bus Depot, Newtown Bus Station Stand 2 and Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Porthmadog and Northampton?

No, there is no direct train from Porthmadog to Northampton. However, there are services departing from Porthmadog and arriving at Northampton via Machynlleth and Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 42m.

How far is it from Porthmadog to Northampton?

The distance between Porthmadog and Northampton is 194 miles. The road distance is 169.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Porthmadog to Northampton without a car is to bus and train which takes 6h 15m and costs £55 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 6h 15m to get from Porthmadog to Northampton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Porthmadog to Northampton bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Porthmadog to Northampton train from?

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

Train or bus from Porthmadog to Northampton?

The best way to get from Porthmadog to Northampton is to bus which takes 9h 50m and costs £26 - £45. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £60 - £130 and takes 6h 42m.

Where does the Porthmadog to Northampton bus arrive?

Porthmadog to Northampton bus services, operated by Lloyd's Coaches, arrive at Bus Depot station.

Where does the Porthmadog to Northampton train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Porthmadog to Northampton?

Yes, the driving distance between Porthmadog to Northampton is 169 miles. It takes approximately 3h 11m to drive from Porthmadog to Northampton.

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

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

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

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from The Australia to Bus Depotbus T2
2. Take the train from Machynlleth to Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Northamptontrain
6h 15m
£55–107
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from The Australia to Bus Depotbus T2
2. Take the bus from Bus Depot to Newtown Bus Stationbus X85
3. Take the bus from Newtown Bus Station Stand 2 to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 409
4. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Coach Parkbus 707 / ...
9h 50m
£27–44
Drive 168.4 mi
1. Drive from Porthmadog to Northamptoncar 168.4 mi
3h 11m
£42–61
Train
1. Take the train from Porthmadog to Machynllethtrain
2. Take the train from Machynlleth to Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Northamptontrain
6h 42m
£64–124

Porthmadog to Northampton by bus and train

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Distance: 193 mi
Duration: 6h 15m

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

You can take a bus from The Australia to Coach Park via Bus Depot, Newtown Bus Station Stand 2, and Birmingham Coach Station in around 9h 50m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Porthmadog to Northampton via Machynlleth and Birmingham New Street in around 6h 42m.

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