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

The cheapest way to get from Porthmadog to Aberystwyth is to drive which costs £14 - £21 and takes 1h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Porthmadog to Aberystwyth is to drive which takes 1h 22m and costs £14 - £21.

Is there a direct bus between Porthmadog and Aberystwyth?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from The Australia and arriving at Social Security. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 17m.

Is there a direct train between Porthmadog and Aberystwyth?

No, there is no direct train from Porthmadog to Aberystwyth. However, there are services departing from Porthmadog and arriving at Aberystwyth via Dovey Junction. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 58m.

How far is it from Porthmadog to Aberystwyth?

The distance between Porthmadog and Aberystwyth is 60 miles. The road distance is 58.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Porthmadog to Aberystwyth without a car is to bus which takes 2h 17m and costs .

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

The bus from The Australia to Social Security takes 2h 17m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Porthmadog to Aberystwyth bus from?

Porthmadog to Aberystwyth bus services, operated by Lloyd's Coaches, depart from The Australia station.

Where do I catch the Porthmadog to Aberystwyth train from?

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

Train or bus from Porthmadog to Aberystwyth?

The best way to get from Porthmadog to Aberystwyth is to bus which takes 2h 17m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £22 - £35 and takes 2h 58m.

Where does the Porthmadog to Aberystwyth bus arrive?

Porthmadog to Aberystwyth bus services, operated by Lloyd's Coaches, arrive at Social Security station.

Where does the Porthmadog to Aberystwyth train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Porthmadog to Aberystwyth?

Yes, the driving distance between Porthmadog to Aberystwyth is 58 miles. It takes approximately 1h 22m to drive from Porthmadog to Aberystwyth.

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

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

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from The Australia to Social SecurityT2
2h 17m
Drive 58 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Porthmadog to Aberystwyth58 mi
1h 22m
£15–21
Train
1. Take the train from Porthmadog to Dovey JunctionPwllheli - Machynlleth
2h 58m
£22–31
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from The Australia to Bus DepotT2
2. Take the train from Machynlleth to AberystwythBirmingham International - Aberystwyth / ...
2h 45m

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 59.3 mi
Duration: 2h 17m

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

Lloyd's Coaches operates a bus from The Australia to Social Security hourly, and the journey takes 2h 17m. Alternatively, Transport for Wales operates a train from Porthmadog to Dovey Junction every 4 hours. Tickets cost £16–22 and the journey takes 1h 49m.

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