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

The cheapest way to get from Porthmadog to Shrewsbury is to drive which costs £17 - £26 and takes 1h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Porthmadog to Shrewsbury is to drive which takes 1h 35m and costs £17 - £26.

Is there a direct bus between Porthmadog and Shrewsbury?

No, there is no direct bus from Porthmadog to Shrewsbury station. However, there are services departing from The Australia and arriving at Bus Station via Bus Depot and Newtown Bus Station Stand 1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 33m.

Is there a direct train between Porthmadog and Shrewsbury?

No, there is no direct train from Porthmadog to Shrewsbury. However, there are services departing from Porthmadog and arriving at Shrewsbury via Machynlleth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 7m.

How far is it from Porthmadog to Shrewsbury?

The distance between Porthmadog and Shrewsbury is 102 miles. The road distance is 72.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Porthmadog to Shrewsbury without a car is to bus and train which takes 3h 38m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 38m to get from Porthmadog to Shrewsbury, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Porthmadog to Shrewsbury bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Porthmadog to Shrewsbury train from?

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

Train or bus from Porthmadog to Shrewsbury?

The best way to get from Porthmadog to Shrewsbury is to train which takes 4h 7m and costs £40 - £75. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 5h 33m.

Where does the Porthmadog to Shrewsbury bus arrive?

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

Where does the Porthmadog to Shrewsbury train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Porthmadog to Shrewsbury?

Yes, the driving distance between Porthmadog to Shrewsbury is 72 miles. It takes approximately 1h 35m to drive from Porthmadog to Shrewsbury.

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

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Porthmadog to Shrewsbury 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 Shrewsburytrain Aberystwyth - Birmingham International / ...
3h 38m
Drive 71.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Porthmadog to Shrewsburycar 71.8 mi
1h 35m
£18–26
Train
1. Take the train from Porthmadog to Machynllethtrain Pwllheli - Machynlleth
2. Take the train from Machynlleth to Shrewsburytrain Aberystwyth - Birmingham International / ...
4h 7m
£42–75
Bus
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 1 to Bus Stationbus X75
5h 33m

Porthmadog to Shrewsbury by train

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4h 7mAverage Duration

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Distance: 101.4 mi
Duration: 3h 38m

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

You can take a train from Porthmadog to Shrewsbury via Machynlleth in around 4h 7m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Australia to Bus Station via Bus Depot and Newtown Bus Station Stand 1 in around 5h 33m.

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