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

The cheapest way to get from Pontypridd to Porthmadog is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 3h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Pontypridd to Porthmadog is to drive which takes 3h 5m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Pontypridd and Porthmadog?

No, there is no direct bus from Pontypridd station to Porthmadog. However, there are services departing from Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 5 and arriving at Porthmadog Park Stand A via Merthyr Bus Station Stand 2, Newtown Bus Station and Bus Depot. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 50m.

How far is it from Pontypridd to Porthmadog?

The distance between Pontypridd and Porthmadog is 220 miles. The road distance is 132.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Pontypridd to Porthmadog without a car is to train and bus via Shrewsbury which takes 7h 18m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 7h 18m to get from Pontypridd to Porthmadog, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pontypridd to Porthmadog bus from?

Pontypridd to Porthmadog bus services, operated by Celtic Travel, depart from Merthyr Bus Station Stand 2.

Where does the Pontypridd to Porthmadog bus arrive?

Pontypridd to Porthmadog bus services, operated by Celtic Travel, arrive at Newtown Bus Station Stand 2.

Can I drive from Pontypridd to Porthmadog?

Yes, the driving distance between Pontypridd to Porthmadog is 132 miles. It takes approximately 3h 5m to drive from Pontypridd to Porthmadog.

Where can I stay near Porthmadog?

There are 1496+ hotels available in Porthmadog.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Pontypridd 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 Shrewsbury
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Shrewsbury
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Machynlleth
3. Take the bus from Bus Depot to Porthmadog Park Stand AT2
7h 18m
Drive 131.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Pontypridd to Porthmadog131.3 mi
3h 5m
£33–48
Bus via Newtown
1. Take the bus from Merthyr Bus Station Stand 2 to Newtown Bus Station Stand 2T4
2. Take the bus from Newtown Bus Station to Bus DepotX85
3. Take the bus from Bus Depot to Porthmadog Park Stand AT2
7h 50m
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bangor (Gwynedd)Cardiff Central - Holyhead
2. Take the bus from Bangor Railway Station H to The AustraliaT2
7h 53m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sarn Odeon to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7T1c
2. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4 to Porthmadog Park Stand AT2
9h 4m

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 218.9 mi
Duration: 7h 18m

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

You can take a bus from Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 5 to Porthmadog Park Stand A via Merthyr Bus Station Stand 2, Newtown Bus Station, and Bus Depot in around 7h 50m.

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