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

The cheapest way to get from Wales to Porthmadog is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 3h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Wales to Porthmadog is to drive which takes 3h 23m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Wales and Porthmadog?

No, there is no direct bus from Wales to Porthmadog. However, there are services departing from Tresillian Way and arriving at Porthmadog Park Stand B via Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 6. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Wales and Porthmadog?

No, there is no direct train from Wales to Porthmadog. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Porthmadog via Shrewsbury and Dovey Junction. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 8m.

How far is it from Wales to Porthmadog?

The distance between Wales and Porthmadog is 185 miles. The road distance is 143.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Wales to Porthmadog without a car is to train and bus which takes 6h 53m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 6h 53m to get from Wales to Porthmadog, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Wales to Porthmadog bus from?

Wales to Porthmadog bus services, operated by Mid Wales Travel, depart from Tresillian Way station.

Where do I catch the Wales to Porthmadog train from?

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

Train or bus from Wales to Porthmadog?

The best way to get from Wales to Porthmadog is to train which takes 7h 8m and costs £65 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 6h 55m.

Where does the Wales to Porthmadog bus arrive?

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

Where does the Wales to Porthmadog train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Wales to Porthmadog?

Yes, the driving distance between Wales to Porthmadog is 144 miles. It takes approximately 3h 23m to drive from Wales to Porthmadog.

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

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Where can I stay near Porthmadog?

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

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

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Carmarthentrain Bristol Temple Meads - Milford Haven / ...
2. Take the bus from Carmarthen station to Porthmadog Park Stand Bbus Taith
6h 53m
Drive 142.9 mi
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1. Drive from Cardiff to Porthmadogcar 142.9 mi
3h 23m
£36–52
Train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Shrewsburytrain
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Dovey Junctiontrain
3. Take the train from Dovey Junction to Porthmadogtrain
7h 8m
£70–113
Bus
1. Take the bus from Tresillian Way to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7bus T1c
2. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 6 to Porthmadog Park Stand Bbus Taith
6h 55m

Wales to Porthmadog by train

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Distance: 184 mi
Duration: 6h 53m

What companies run services between Wales and Porthmadog, Wales?

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Porthmadog via Shrewsbury and Dovey Junction in around 7h 8m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Tresillian Way to Porthmadog Park Stand B via Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 6 in around 6h 55m.

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