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

The cheapest way to get from Porthmadog to Prestatyn is to drive which costs £12 - £19 and takes 1h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Porthmadog to Prestatyn is to drive which takes 1h 20m and costs £12 - £19.

Is there a direct train between Porthmadog and Prestatyn?

No, there is no direct train from Porthmadog to Prestatyn. However, there are services departing from Porthmadog Harbour and arriving at Prestatyn via Blaenau Ffestiniog and Llandudno Junction. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 55m.

How far is it from Porthmadog to Prestatyn?

The distance between Porthmadog and Prestatyn is 56 miles. The road distance is 52.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Porthmadog to Prestatyn without a car is to Steam train and train which takes 3h 55m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 55m to get from Porthmadog to Prestatyn, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Porthmadog to Prestatyn train from?

Porthmadog to Prestatyn train services, operated by Ffestiniog & Welsh Highland Railways, depart from Porthmadog Harbour station.

Where does the Porthmadog to Prestatyn train arrive?

Porthmadog to Prestatyn train services, operated by Ffestiniog & Welsh Highland Railways, arrive at Blaenau Ffestiniog station.

Can I drive from Porthmadog to Prestatyn?

Yes, the driving distance between Porthmadog to Prestatyn is 52 miles. It takes approximately 1h 20m to drive from Porthmadog to Prestatyn.

Where can I stay near Prestatyn?

There are 1150+ hotels available in Prestatyn.

Porthmadog to Prestatyn - 4 ways to travel via train, and Steam train

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

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1. Take the train from Porthmadog Harbour to Blaenau Ffestiniogtrain Mountain Spirit
2. Take the train from Blaenau Ffestiniog to Llandudno Junctiontrain Blaenau Ffestiniog - Llandudno / ...
3h 55m
Drive 51.8 mi
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1. Drive from Porthmadog to Prestatyncar 51.8 mi
1h 20m
£13–19
Train, line 12 bus, bus, line 5 bus, line 13 bus
1. Take the train from Porthmadog to Pwllhelitrain
2. Take the bus from Pwllheli Bus Station Stand C to Caernarfon Bus Station Stand Cbus 12
3. Take the bus from Caernarfon Bus Station Stand A to Bangor Bus Station Stand Ebus 5C
4. Take the bus from Bangor Bus Station Stand E to Broad Streetbus 5
5. Take the bus from Llandudno Junction Station Stop U to Prestatyn Bus Station Stand 4bus 13
5h 18m
Steam train, line 5 bus
1. Take the train from Porthmadog Harbour to Caernarfontrain Snowdonia Star / ...
2. Take the bus from Bangor Bus Station Stand E to Broad Streetbus 5
4h 46m
£69–75

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Distance: 55.2 mi
Duration: 3h 55m

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

You can take a train from Porthmadog Harbour to Prestatyn via Blaenau Ffestiniog and Llandudno Junction in around 3h 55m.

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