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

The cheapest way to get from Porthmadog to Wales is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 3h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Porthmadog to Wales is to drive which takes 3h 23m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Porthmadog and Wales?

No, there is no direct bus from Porthmadog to Wales. However, there are services departing from The Australia and arriving at Tresillian Way via Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 18m.

Is there a direct train between Porthmadog and Wales?

No, there is no direct train from Porthmadog to Wales. However, there are services departing from Porthmadog and arriving at Cardiff Central via Machynlleth and Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 29m.

How far is it from Porthmadog to Wales?

The distance between Porthmadog and Wales is 185 miles. The road distance is 143.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Porthmadog to Wales without a car is to bus and train which takes 6h 14m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 6h 14m to get from Porthmadog to Wales, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Porthmadog to Wales bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Porthmadog to Wales train from?

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

Train or bus from Porthmadog to Wales?

The best way to get from Porthmadog to Wales is to train which takes 6h 29m and costs £70 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 7h 18m.

Where does the Porthmadog to Wales bus arrive?

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

Where does the Porthmadog to Wales train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Porthmadog to Wales?

Yes, the driving distance between Porthmadog to Wales is 144 miles. It takes approximately 3h 23m to drive from Porthmadog to Wales.

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

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

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

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from The Australia to Carmarthen stationbus 1
2. Take the train from Carmarthen to Cardiff Centraltrain Haverfordwest - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
6h 14m
Drive 142.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Porthmadog to Cardiffcar 142.7 mi
3h 23m
£36–51
Train
1. Take the train from Porthmadog to Machynllethtrain
2. Take the train from Machynlleth to Shrewsburytrain
3. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Cardiff Centraltrain
6h 29m
£70–119
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
7h 18m

Porthmadog to Wales by train

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Distance: 183.8 mi
Duration: 6h 14m

What companies run services between Porthmadog, Wales and Wales?

You can take a train from Porthmadog to Cardiff Central via Machynlleth and Shrewsbury in around 6h 29m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Australia to Tresillian Way via Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 in around 7h 18m.

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