What is the cheapest way to get from Porthmadog to Snowdon Mountain Railway?

The cheapest way to get from Porthmadog to Snowdon Mountain Railway is to drive which costs £5 - £8 and takes 36 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Porthmadog to Snowdon Mountain Railway?

The fastest way to get from Porthmadog to Snowdon Mountain Railway is to drive which takes 36 min and costs £5 - £8.

Is there a direct bus between Porthmadog and Snowdon Mountain Railway?

No, there is no direct bus from Porthmadog to Snowdon Mountain Railway. However, there are services departing from Porthmadog Park Stand C and arriving at Vaynol Arms via Pen-y-pass YHA. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 9m.

How far is it from Porthmadog to Snowdon Mountain Railway?

The distance between Porthmadog and Snowdon Mountain Railway is 25 miles. The road distance is 23.1 miles.

How do I travel from Porthmadog to Snowdon Mountain Railway without a car?

The best way to get from Porthmadog to Snowdon Mountain Railway without a car is to bus which takes 2h 9m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Porthmadog to Snowdon Mountain Railway?

It takes approximately 2h 9m to get from Porthmadog to Snowdon Mountain Railway, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Porthmadog to Snowdon Mountain Railway bus from?

Porthmadog to Snowdon Mountain Railway bus services, operated by Gwynfor Coaches, depart from Porthmadog Park Stand C station.

Where does the Porthmadog to Snowdon Mountain Railway bus arrive?

Porthmadog to Snowdon Mountain Railway bus services, operated by Gwynfor Coaches, arrive at Pen-y-pass YHA station.

Can I drive from Porthmadog to Snowdon Mountain Railway?

Yes, the driving distance between Porthmadog to Snowdon Mountain Railway is 23 miles. It takes approximately 36 min to drive from Porthmadog to Snowdon Mountain Railway.

Where can I stay near Snowdon Mountain Railway?

There are 2174+ hotels available in Snowdon Mountain Railway.

Porthmadog to Snowdon Mountain Railway - 3 ways to travel via bus, car

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There are 3 ways to get from Porthmadog to Snowdon Mountain Railway by bus, car, or taxi

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Porthmadog Park Stand C to Pen-y-pass YHAbus S4
2. Take the bus from Pen-y-pass YHA to Vaynol Armsbus S1 / ...
2h 9m
Drive 22.9 mi
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1. Drive from Porthmadog to Snowdon Mountain Railwaycar 22.9 mi
36 min
£6–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Porthmadog to Snowdon Mountain Railwaytaxi 22.9 mi
36 min
£50–60

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Distance: 25.1 mi
Duration: 2h 9m

What companies run services between Porthmadog, Wales and Snowdon Mountain Railway, Wales?

You can take a bus from Porthmadog Park Stand C to Snowdon Mountain Railway via Pen-y-pass YHA and Vaynol Arms in around 2h 9m.

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