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

The cheapest way to get from Ruthin to Porthmadog is to drive which costs £10 - £16 and takes 1h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ruthin to Porthmadog is to drive which takes 1h 1m and costs £10 - £16.

Is there a direct train between Ruthin and Porthmadog?

No, there is no direct train from Ruthin to Porthmadog. However, there are services departing from Wrexham General and arriving at Porthmadog via Shrewsbury and Machynlleth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 17m.

How far is it from Ruthin to Porthmadog?

The distance between Ruthin and Porthmadog is 85 miles. The road distance is 43.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ruthin to Porthmadog without a car is to bus and train and Steam train which takes 6h 45m and costs £75 - £85.

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

It takes approximately 6h 45m to get from Ruthin to Porthmadog, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ruthin to Porthmadog train from?

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

Where does the Ruthin to Porthmadog train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ruthin to Porthmadog?

Yes, the driving distance between Ruthin to Porthmadog is 43 miles. It takes approximately 1h 1m to drive from Ruthin to Porthmadog.

Where can I stay near Porthmadog?

There are 1608+ hotels available in Porthmadog.

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

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

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Bus, train, Steam train
best
1. Take the bus from Pen-y-maes to Lenten Poolbus T51
2. Take the bus from Lenten Pool to Rhyl Bus Station Stand Dbus T51 / ...
3. Take the train from Rhyl to Bangor (Gwynedd)train
4. Take the bus from Bangor Railway Station H to Caernarfon Bus Station Stand Abus 5C
5. Take the train from Caernarfon to Porthmadog Harbourtrain
6h 45m
£75–84
Drive 43.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ruthin to Porthmadogcar 43.2 mi
1h 1m
£11–16
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ruthin to Porthmadogtaxi 43.2 mi
1h 1m
£190–230
Train
1. Take the train from Wrexham General to Shrewsburytrain
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Machynllethtrain
3. Take the train from Machynlleth to Porthmadogtrain
7h 17m
£47–79

Ruthin to Porthmadog by bus, foot, and train

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7h 17mAverage Duration

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Distance: 84.7 mi
Duration: 6h 45m

What companies run services between Ruthin, Wales and Porthmadog, Wales?

You can take a bus from Ruthin War Memorial to Porthmadog via Wrexham Fire Station, Wrexham General, Shrewsbury, and Machynlleth in around 7h 17m.

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