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

The cheapest way to get from Swansea to Porthmadog is to drive which costs £30 - £45 and takes 3h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Swansea to Porthmadog is to drive which takes 3h 5m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Swansea and Porthmadog?

No, there is no direct bus from Swansea to Porthmadog. However, there are services departing from Port Talbot Parkway Stand 6 and arriving at Porthmadog Park A via Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 49m.

How far is it from Swansea to Porthmadog?

The distance between Swansea and Porthmadog is 145 miles. The road distance is 125 miles.

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

The best way to get from Swansea to Porthmadog without a car is to train and bus which takes 6h 40m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 6h 40m to get from Swansea to Porthmadog, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swansea to Porthmadog bus from?

Swansea to Porthmadog bus services, operated by Mid Wales Travel, depart from Port Talbot Parkway Stand 6 station.

Where does the Swansea to Porthmadog bus arrive?

Swansea to Porthmadog bus services, operated by Mid Wales Travel, arrive at Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7.

Can I drive from Swansea to Porthmadog?

Yes, the driving distance between Swansea to Porthmadog is 125 miles. It takes approximately 3h 5m to drive from Swansea to Porthmadog.

Where can I stay near Porthmadog?

There are 1632+ hotels available in Porthmadog.

Swansea to Porthmadog - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Swansea to Porthmadog by train, bus, or car

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Swansea to Carmarthentrain
2. Take the bus from Carmarthen station to The Black Lionbus T1 / ...
3. Take the bus from The Black Lion to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7bus T1 / ...
4. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4 to Porthmadog Park Abus T2
6h 40m
Drive 124.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Swansea to Porthmadogcar 124.3 mi
3h 5m
£31–44
Bus
1. Take the bus from Port Talbot Parkway Stand 6 to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7bus T1c
2. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4 to Porthmadog Park Abus T2
7h 49m

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Distance: 144.3 mi
Duration: 6h 40m

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

You can take a train from Swansea to Porthmadog Park A via Port Talbot Parkway, Port Talbot Parkway Stand 6, and Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4 in around 7h 49m.

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