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

The cheapest way to get from Scarborough to Porthmadog is to drive which costs £50 - £75 and takes 4h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Scarborough to Porthmadog is to drive which takes 4h 8m and costs £50 - £75.

Is there a direct train between Scarborough and Porthmadog?

No, there is no direct train from Scarborough to Porthmadog. However, there are services departing from Scarborough and arriving at Blaenau Ffestiniog via Manchester Victoria, Chester and Llandudno Junction. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 10m.

How far is it from Scarborough to Porthmadog?

The distance between Scarborough and Porthmadog is 243 miles. The road distance is 206.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Scarborough to Porthmadog without a car is to train and bus which takes 7h 55m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 7h 55m to get from Scarborough to Porthmadog, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Scarborough to Porthmadog train from?

Scarborough to Porthmadog train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Scarborough station.

Where does the Scarborough to Porthmadog train arrive?

Scarborough to Porthmadog train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Manchester Victoria station.

Can I drive from Scarborough to Porthmadog?

Yes, the driving distance between Scarborough to Porthmadog is 206 miles. It takes approximately 4h 8m to drive from Scarborough to Porthmadog.

Where can I stay near Porthmadog?

There are 1632+ hotels available in Porthmadog.

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

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

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Scarborough to Manchester Victoriatrain
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Bangor (Gwynedd)train
3. Take the bus from Bangor Railway Station H to The Australiabus T2
7h 55m
Drive 205.1 mi
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1. Drive from Scarborough to Porthmadogcar 205.1 mi
4h 8m
£50–72
Train
1. Take the train from Scarborough to Manchester Victoriatrain
2. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Chestertrain
3. Take the train from Chester to Llandudno Junctiontrain
4. Take the train from Llandudno Junction to Blaenau Ffestiniogtrain
8h 10m
£81–143
Train, bus via Leeds
1. Take the train from Scarborough to Leedstrain
2. Take the train from Leeds to Earlestowntrain
3. Take the train from Earlestown to Bangor (Gwynedd)train
4. Take the bus from Bangor Railway Station H to The Australiabus T2
9h

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Distance: 242 mi
Duration: 7h 55m

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

You can take a train from Scarborough to Porthmadog Park A via Manchester Victoria, Chester, Llandudno Junction, Blaenau Ffestiniog, and Blaenau Ffestiniog Station Stand C in around 8h 10m.

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