The average train between Welshpool and Porthmadog takes 3h 44m and the fastest train takes 2h 43m. The train service runs several times per day from Welshpool to Porthmadog. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 4 hours between Welshpool and Porthmadog. The earliest departure is at 7:49 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Welshpool is at 10:24 PM which arrives into Porthmadog at 8:48 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 44m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Welshpool to Porthmadog. However, there are services departing from Welshpool station and arriving at Porthmadog station via Machynlleth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 44m.
Welshpool to Porthmadog train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Welshpool station.
Welshpool to Porthmadog train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Porthmadog station.
Book your Welshpool to Porthmadog train tickets online with Transport for Wales.
The distance between Welshpool and Porthmadog is 72.3 km. The road distance is 137 km.
You can take a train from Welshpool to Porthmadog via Machynlleth in around 3h 49m.