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

The cheapest way to get from Porthmadog to Swindon is to drive which costs £40 - £65 and takes 3h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Porthmadog to Swindon is to drive which takes 3h 43m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Porthmadog and Swindon?

No, there is no direct bus from Porthmadog to Swindon. However, there are services departing from The Australia and arriving at Swindon - Regent Circus via Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 and Cardiff North Road. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 13m.

Is there a direct train between Porthmadog and Swindon?

No, there is no direct train from Porthmadog to Swindon. However, there are services departing from Porthmadog and arriving at Swindon via Machynlleth, Shrewsbury and Newport (S Wales). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 25m.

How far is it from Porthmadog to Swindon?

The distance between Porthmadog and Swindon is 256 miles. The road distance is 172.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Porthmadog to Swindon without a car is to train which takes 7h 25m and costs £85 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 7h 25m to get from Porthmadog to Swindon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Porthmadog to Swindon bus from?

Porthmadog to Swindon bus services, operated by TaithCymru, depart from The Australia station.

Where do I catch the Porthmadog to Swindon train from?

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

Train or bus from Porthmadog to Swindon?

The best way to get from Porthmadog to Swindon is to train which takes 7h 25m and costs £85 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 10h 13m.

Where does the Porthmadog to Swindon bus arrive?

Porthmadog to Swindon bus services, operated by TaithCymru, arrive at Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 5.

Where does the Porthmadog to Swindon train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Porthmadog to Swindon?

Yes, the driving distance between Porthmadog to Swindon is 173 miles. It takes approximately 3h 43m to drive from Porthmadog to Swindon.

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

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Porthmadog to Machynllethtrain
2. Take the train from Machynlleth to Shrewsburytrain
3. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Newport (S Wales)train
4. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Swindontrain
7h 25m
£88–159
Drive 171.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Porthmadog to Swindoncar 171.7 mi
3h 43m
£43–62
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from The Australia to Carmarthen stationbus 1
2. Take the train from Carmarthen to Swindontrain Carmarthen - London Paddington / ...
7h 57m
Bus, train via Birmingham
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 Cheltenham Spatrain
4. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Swindontrain
7h 39m
£79–127
Bus
1. Take the bus from The Australia to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 5bus 1
2. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 to Tresillian Waybus T1c
3. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to Swindon - Regent Circusbus
10h 13m

Porthmadog to Swindon by train

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Distance: 254.5 mi
Duration: 7h 25m

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

You can take a train from Porthmadog to Swindon via Machynlleth, Shrewsbury, and Newport (S Wales) in around 7h 25m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Australia to Swindon - Regent Circus via Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7, Tresillian Way, and Cardiff North Road in around 10h 13m.

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