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

The cheapest way to get from Welshpool to Porthmadog is to bus which costs £10 - £16 and takes 4h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from Welshpool to Porthmadog is to drive which takes 1h 21m and costs £15 - £22.

Is there a direct bus between Welshpool and Porthmadog?

No, there is no direct bus from Welshpool to Porthmadog. However, there are services departing from Pola Cinema and arriving at Porthmadog Park Stand B via Newtown Bus Station and Machynlleth Town Clock. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 51m.

Is there a direct train between Welshpool and Porthmadog?

No, there is no direct train from Welshpool to Porthmadog. However, there are services departing from Welshpool and arriving at Porthmadog via Dovey Junction. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 46m.

How far is it from Welshpool to Porthmadog?

The distance between Welshpool and Porthmadog is 82 miles. The road distance is 61.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Welshpool to Porthmadog without a car is to train and bus via Machynlleth which takes 3h 1m and costs £18 - £30.

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

It takes approximately 3h 1m to get from Welshpool to Porthmadog, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Welshpool to Porthmadog bus from?

Welshpool to Porthmadog bus services, operated by Tanat Valley Coaches, depart from Pola Cinema station.

Where do I catch the Welshpool to Porthmadog train from?

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

Train or bus from Welshpool to Porthmadog?

The best way to get from Welshpool to Porthmadog is to train which takes 3h 46m and costs £28 - £50. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £10 - £16 and takes 4h 51m.

Where does the Welshpool to Porthmadog bus arrive?

Welshpool to Porthmadog bus services, operated by Tanat Valley Coaches, arrive at Newtown Bus Station Stand 3.

Where does the Welshpool to Porthmadog train arrive?

Welshpool to Porthmadog train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Dovey Junction station.

Can I drive from Welshpool to Porthmadog?

Yes, the driving distance between Welshpool to Porthmadog is 61 miles. It takes approximately 1h 21m to drive from Welshpool to Porthmadog.

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

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Where can I stay near Porthmadog?

There are 1596+ hotels available in Porthmadog.

Welshpool to Porthmadog - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Welshpool to Porthmadog by train, bus, or car

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Train, bus via Machynlleth
best
1. Take the train from Welshpool to Machynllethtrain Birmingham International - Aberystwyth / ...
2. Take the bus from Machynlleth Town Clock to Porthmadog Park Stand Bbus 1
3h 1m
£19–30
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Pola Cinema to Newtown Bus Station Stand 3bus x76 / ...
2. Take the bus from Newtown Bus Station to Bus Depotbus X85
3. Take the bus from Machynlleth Town Clock to Porthmadog Park Stand Bbus 1
4h 51m
£11–15
Train
1. Take the train from Welshpool to Dovey Junctiontrain Birmingham International - Aberystwyth / ...
2. Take the train from Dovey Junction to Porthmadogtrain Machynlleth - Pwllheli
3h 46m
£28–46
Drive 60.8 mi
1. Drive from Welshpool to Porthmadogcar 60.8 mi
1h 21m
£15–22
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Welshpool to Machynllethtrain Birmingham International - Aberystwyth / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Depot to Porthmadog Park Abus T2
3h 23m
£19–30

Welshpool to Porthmadog by train, foot, and bus

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Distance: 81.8 mi
Duration: 3h 1m

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

You can take a train from Welshpool to Porthmadog via Dovey Junction in around 3h 46m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Pola Cinema to Porthmadog Park Stand B via Newtown Bus Station, Bus Depot, and Machynlleth Town Clock in around 4h 51m.

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