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How to get fromPorthmadog to Thirskby bus, train, or car

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There are 3 ways to get from Porthmadog to Thirsk by bus, train, or car

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  1. Bus, train

    best
    1. Take the bus from Porthmadog Park A to Bangor Bus Station Stand Bbus bus T2
    2. Take the train from Bangor (Gwynedd) to Manchester Piccadillytrain train
    3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Thirsktrain train
    7h 31m

  2. Drive 176.2 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Porthmadog to Thirskcar car 176.2 mi
    3h 36m
    £43–62

  3. Bus, train via Wrexham

    1. Take the bus from Coleg Meirion Dwyfor to Wrexham Bus Station 5bus bus T3 / ...
    2. Take the train from Chester to Leedstrain train
    3. Take the train from Leeds to Thirsktrain train
    9h 8m

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  • Distance: 224.2 mi
  • Duration: 7h 31m

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

There is no direct connection from Porthmadog to Thirsk. However, you can take the bus to Bangor Bus Station Stand B, take the bus to Bangor Railway Station H, walk to Bangor (Gwynedd), take the train to Manchester Piccadilly, then take the train to Thirsk. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Australia to Thirsk via Coleg Meirion Dwyfor, Wrexham Bus Station 7, Railway Station, Chester, and Leeds in around 9h 8m.

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