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

The cheapest way to get from Porthmadog to Oldham is to drive which costs £27 - £40 and takes 2h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Porthmadog to Oldham is to drive which takes 2h 15m and costs £27 - £40.

Is there a direct train between Porthmadog and Oldham?

No, there is no direct train from Porthmadog to Oldham. However, there are services departing from Porthmadog and arriving at Oldham King Street via Machynlleth, Shrewsbury and St Peter's Square. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 51m.

How far is it from Porthmadog to Oldham?

The distance between Porthmadog and Oldham is 176 miles. The road distance is 111.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Porthmadog to Oldham without a car is to taxi and bus which takes 6h 42m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 6h 42m to get from Porthmadog to Oldham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Porthmadog to Oldham train from?

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

Where does the Porthmadog to Oldham train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Porthmadog to Oldham?

Yes, the driving distance between Porthmadog to Oldham is 111 miles. It takes approximately 2h 15m to drive from Porthmadog to Oldham.

Where can I stay near Oldham?

There are 3842+ hotels available in Oldham.

Porthmadog to Oldham - 5 ways to travel via train, taxi, bus, and car

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

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Taxi, bus
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 bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Coop Livebus Mc1
6h 42m
Drive 110.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Porthmadog to Oldhamcar 110.6 mi
2h 15m
£28–40
Train via Shrewsbury
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 51m
£59–99
Train
1. Take the train from Porthmadog to Machynllethtrain
2. Take the train from Machynlleth to Chestertrain
3. Take the train from Chester to Manchester Victoriatrain
7h 10m
£65–107
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 East Didsburytrain
7h 19m

Porthmadog to Oldham by train, foot, and tram

53Weekly Services

6h 51mAverage Duration

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Distance: 174.5 mi
Duration: 6h 42m

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

You can take a train from Porthmadog to Oldham King Street via Machynlleth, Shrewsbury, Manchester Piccadilly, and St Peter's Square in around 6h 51m.

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