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

The cheapest way to get from Shrewsbury to Porthmadog is to drive which costs £17 - £26 and takes 1h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shrewsbury to Porthmadog is to drive which takes 1h 35m and costs £17 - £26.

Is there a direct bus between Shrewsbury and Porthmadog?

No, there is no direct bus from Shrewsbury station to Porthmadog. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Porthmadog Park A via Newtown Bus Station and Bus Depot. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 51m.

Is there a direct train between Shrewsbury and Porthmadog?

No, there is no direct train from Shrewsbury to Porthmadog. However, there are services departing from Shrewsbury and arriving at Porthmadog via Machynlleth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 13m.

How far is it from Shrewsbury to Porthmadog?

The distance between Shrewsbury and Porthmadog is 101 miles. The road distance is 72.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Shrewsbury to Porthmadog without a car is to train and bus which takes 3h 30m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 30m to get from Shrewsbury to Porthmadog, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shrewsbury to Porthmadog bus from?

Shrewsbury to Porthmadog bus services, operated by Celtic Travel, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Shrewsbury to Porthmadog train from?

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

Train or bus from Shrewsbury to Porthmadog?

The best way to get from Shrewsbury to Porthmadog is to train which takes 4h 13m and costs £40 - £75. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 5h 51m.

Where does the Shrewsbury to Porthmadog bus arrive?

Shrewsbury to Porthmadog bus services, operated by Celtic Travel, arrive at Newtown Bus Station Stand 3.

Where does the Shrewsbury to Porthmadog train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Shrewsbury to Porthmadog?

Yes, the driving distance between Shrewsbury to Porthmadog is 72 miles. It takes approximately 1h 35m to drive from Shrewsbury to Porthmadog.

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

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Where can I stay near Porthmadog?

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

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

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Machynllethtrain Birmingham International - Aberystwyth / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Depot to Porthmadog Park Abus T2
3h 30m
Drive 71.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Shrewsbury to Porthmadogcar 71.8 mi
1h 35m
£18–26
Train
1. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Machynllethtrain Birmingham International - Aberystwyth / ...
2. Take the train from Machynlleth to Porthmadogtrain Machynlleth - Pwllheli
4h 13m
£42–71
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Newtown Bus Station Stand 3bus X75
2. Take the bus from Newtown Bus Station to Bus Depotbus X85
3. Take the bus from Bus Depot to Porthmadog Park Abus T2
5h 51m

Shrewsbury to Porthmadog by train

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4h 13mAverage Duration

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Distance: 100.9 mi
Duration: 3h 30m

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

You can take a train from Shrewsbury to Porthmadog via Machynlleth in around 4h 13m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Porthmadog Park A via Newtown Bus Station and Bus Depot in around 5h 51m.

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