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

The cheapest way to get from Wakefield to Porthmadog is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 58m.

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

The fastest way to get from Wakefield to Porthmadog is to drive which takes 2h 58m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct train between Wakefield and Porthmadog?

No, there is no direct train from Wakefield to Porthmadog. However, there are services departing from Wakefield Kirkgate and arriving at Porthmadog via Manchester Piccadilly, Shrewsbury and Machynlleth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 12m.

How far is it from Wakefield to Porthmadog?

The distance between Wakefield and Porthmadog is 172 miles. The road distance is 139 miles.

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

The best way to get from Wakefield to Porthmadog without a car is to train and bus which takes 6h 44m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 6h 44m to get from Wakefield to Porthmadog, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Wakefield to Porthmadog train from?

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

Where does the Wakefield to Porthmadog train arrive?

Wakefield to Porthmadog train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Wakefield to Porthmadog?

Yes, the driving distance between Wakefield to Porthmadog is 139 miles. It takes approximately 2h 58m to drive from Wakefield to Porthmadog.

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

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Where can I stay near Porthmadog?

There are 1634+ hotels available in Porthmadog.

Wakefield to Porthmadog - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car

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

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Wakefield Kirkgate to Manchester Piccadillytrain
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Bangor (Gwynedd)train
3. Take the bus from Bangor Railway Station H to The Australiabus T2
6h 44m
Drive 138.2 mi
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1. Drive from Wakefield to Porthmadogcar 138.2 mi
2h 58m
£34–49
Train
1. Take the train from Wakefield Kirkgate to Manchester Piccadillytrain
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Shrewsburytrain
3. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Machynllethtrain
4. Take the train from Machynlleth to Porthmadogtrain
8h 12m
£80–144
Line 268 bus, train, bus
1. Take the bus from Wakefield Bus Station to Bradford Interchange Bus Stationbus 268 / ...
2. Take the train from Bradford Interchange to Chestertrain
3. Take the train from Chester to Bangor (Gwynedd)train
4. Take the bus from Bangor Railway Station H to The Australiabus T2
8h 36m

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Distance: 171.3 mi
Duration: 6h 44m

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

You can take a train from Wakefield Kirkgate to Porthmadog via Manchester Piccadilly, Shrewsbury, and Machynlleth in around 8h 12m.

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