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

The cheapest way to get from Widnes to Porthmadog is to drive which costs £19 - £29 and takes 1h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Widnes to Porthmadog is to drive which takes 1h 45m and costs £19 - £29.

Is there a direct train between Widnes and Porthmadog?

No, there is no direct train from Widnes to Porthmadog. However, there are services departing from Runcorn and arriving at Porthmadog Harbour via Llandudno Junction and Blaenau Ffestiniog. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 39m.

How far is it from Widnes to Porthmadog?

The distance between Widnes and Porthmadog is 103 miles. The road distance is 79.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Widnes to Porthmadog without a car is to bus and taxi which takes 5h and costs .

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

It takes approximately 5h to get from Widnes to Porthmadog, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Widnes to Porthmadog train from?

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

Where does the Widnes to Porthmadog train arrive?

Widnes to Porthmadog train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Llandudno Junction station.

Can I drive from Widnes to Porthmadog?

Yes, the driving distance between Widnes to Porthmadog is 80 miles. It takes approximately 1h 45m to drive from Widnes to Porthmadog.

Where can I stay near Porthmadog?

There are 1608+ hotels available in Porthmadog.

Widnes to Porthmadog - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi, and Steam train

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

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Bus, taxi
best
1. Take the bus from Halton Hospital to Chester Bus Interchangebus X30
2. Take the bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Corwen Bus Stationbus T8
3. Take the taxi from Corwen Bus Station to Porthmadogtaxi
5h
Drive 79.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Widnes to Porthmadogcar 79.4 mi
1h 45m
£20–29
Train, Steam train
1. Take the train from Runcorn to Llandudno Junctiontrain
2. Take the train from Llandudno Junction to Blaenau Ffestiniogtrain
3. Take the train from Blaenau Ffestiniog to Porthmadog Harbourtrain
5h 39m
Train, Steam train via Caernarfon Bus Station Stand A
1. Take the train from Runcorn to Bangor (Gwynedd)train Liverpool Lime Street - Holyhead
2. Take the train from Caernarfon to Porthmadog Harbourtrain Snowdonia Star / ...
5h 40m
£88–105

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Map of how to get from Widnes to Porthmadog.

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Distance: 102.4 mi
Duration: 5h

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

You can take a train from Runcorn to Porthmadog Harbour via Llandudno Junction and Blaenau Ffestiniog in around 5h 39m.

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