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

The cheapest way to get from Basingstoke to Porthmadog is to drive which costs £50 - £80 and takes 4h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Basingstoke to Porthmadog is to drive which takes 4h 32m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Basingstoke and Porthmadog?

No, there is no direct bus from Basingstoke to Porthmadog. However, there are services departing from The Malls and arriving at Porthmadog Park Stand A via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Newtown Bus Station and Bus Depot. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 24m.

How far is it from Basingstoke to Porthmadog?

The distance between Basingstoke and Porthmadog is 258 miles. The road distance is 211.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Basingstoke to Porthmadog without a car is to train and bus via Birmingham which takes 7h 29m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 7h 29m to get from Basingstoke to Porthmadog, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basingstoke to Porthmadog bus from?

Basingstoke to Porthmadog bus services, operated by National Express, depart from The Malls station.

Where does the Basingstoke to Porthmadog bus arrive?

Basingstoke to Porthmadog bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Can I drive from Basingstoke to Porthmadog?

Yes, the driving distance between Basingstoke to Porthmadog is 212 miles. It takes approximately 4h 32m to drive from Basingstoke to Porthmadog.

Where can I stay near Porthmadog?

There are 1494+ hotels available in Porthmadog.

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

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train, bus via Birmingham
best
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Birmingham New Street
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Machynlleth
3. Take the bus from Bus Depot to Porthmadog Park Stand AT2
7h 29m
Drive 210.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Basingstoke to Porthmadog210.6 mi
4h 32m
£53–76
Bus
1. Take the bus from The Malls to Heathrow Central Bus Station806
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Newtown Bus Station Stand 2409
3. Take the bus from Newtown Bus Station to Bus DepotX85
4. Take the bus from Bus Depot to Porthmadog Park Stand AT2
11h 24m
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Salisbury
2. Take the train from Salisbury to Cardiff Central
3. Take the bus from Tresillian Way to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7T1c
4. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4 to Porthmadog Park Stand AT2
11h 42m

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 256.7 mi
Duration: 7h 29m

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

You can take a bus from The Malls to Porthmadog Park Stand A via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Newtown Bus Station, and Bus Depot in around 11h 24m.

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