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

The cheapest way to get from Runcorn to Porthmadog is to bus which costs £15 - £26 and takes 6h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Runcorn to Porthmadog is to drive which takes 1h 44m and costs £19 - £28.

Is there a direct bus between Runcorn and Porthmadog?

No, there is no direct bus from Runcorn station to Porthmadog. However, there are services departing from Railway Station and arriving at Porthmadog Park A via Wrexham Bus Station 5 and Eldon Square 1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Runcorn and Porthmadog?

No, there is no direct train from Runcorn to Porthmadog. However, there are services departing from Runcorn and arriving at Blaenau Ffestiniog via Llandudno Junction. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 46m.

How far is it from Runcorn to Porthmadog?

The distance between Runcorn and Porthmadog is 107 miles. The road distance is 78.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Runcorn to Porthmadog without a car is to train and bus which takes 4h 22m and costs £30 - £65.

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

It takes approximately 4h 22m to get from Runcorn to Porthmadog, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Runcorn to Porthmadog bus from?

Runcorn to Porthmadog bus services, operated by Lloyd's Coaches, depart from Wrexham Bus Station 5.

Where do I catch the Runcorn to Porthmadog train from?

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

Train or bus from Runcorn to Porthmadog?

The best way to get from Runcorn to Porthmadog is to bus which takes 6h 20m and costs £15 - £26. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £35 - £65 and takes 4h 46m.

Where does the Runcorn to Porthmadog bus arrive?

Runcorn to Porthmadog bus services, operated by Lloyd's Coaches, arrive at Eldon Square 1 station.

Where does the Runcorn to Porthmadog train arrive?

Runcorn to Porthmadog train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Llandudno Junction station.

Can I drive from Runcorn to Porthmadog?

Yes, the driving distance between Runcorn to Porthmadog is 78 miles. It takes approximately 1h 44m to drive from Runcorn to Porthmadog.

Where can I stay near Porthmadog?

There are 1619+ hotels available in Porthmadog.

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

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

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Chester to Bangor (Gwynedd)train Manchester Airport - Holyhead / ...
2. Take the bus from Bangor Railway Station H to The Australiabus T2
4h 22m
£30–60
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Wrexham Bus Station 5 to Eldon Square 1bus T3 / ...
2. Take the bus from Eldon Square 1 to Porthmadog Park Abus T2
6h 20m
£15–25
Drive 77.9 mi
1. Drive from Runcorn to Porthmadogcar 77.9 mi
1h 44m
£20–28
Train
1. Take the train from Runcorn to Llandudno Junctiontrain Liverpool Lime Street - Llandudno / ...
2. Take the train from Llandudno Junction to Blaenau Ffestiniogtrain Llandudno - Blaenau Ffestiniog / ...
4h 46m
£35–61

Runcorn to Porthmadog by train and bus

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4h 22mAverage Duration

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Distance: 106.2 mi
Duration: 4h 22m

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

You can take a train from Runcorn to Porthmadog Park A via Chester, Railway Station, Wrexham Bus Station 5, and Eldon Square 1 in around 6h 20m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Runcorn to Porthmadog Park A via Llandudno Junction, Blaenau Ffestiniog, and Blaenau Ffestiniog Station Stand C in around 4h 46m.

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