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

The cheapest way to get from Porthmadog to Basingstoke is to drive which costs £50 - £80 and takes 4h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Porthmadog to Basingstoke is to drive which takes 4h 29m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Porthmadog and Basingstoke?

No, there is no direct bus from Porthmadog to Basingstoke. However, there are services departing from The Australia and arriving at The Malls via Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 and Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Porthmadog and Basingstoke?

No, there is no direct train from Porthmadog to Basingstoke. However, there are services departing from Porthmadog and arriving at Basingstoke via Machynlleth and Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 4m.

How far is it from Porthmadog to Basingstoke?

The distance between Porthmadog and Basingstoke is 262 miles. The road distance is 213.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Porthmadog to Basingstoke without a car is to train which takes 8h 4m and costs £45 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 8h 4m to get from Porthmadog to Basingstoke, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Porthmadog to Basingstoke bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Porthmadog to Basingstoke train from?

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

Train or bus from Porthmadog to Basingstoke?

The best way to get from Porthmadog to Basingstoke is to train which takes 8h 4m and costs £45 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 12h 15m.

Where does the Porthmadog to Basingstoke bus arrive?

Porthmadog to Basingstoke bus services, operated by Lloyd's Coaches, arrive at Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4.

Where does the Porthmadog to Basingstoke train arrive?

Porthmadog to Basingstoke train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Machynlleth station.

Can I drive from Porthmadog to Basingstoke?

Yes, the driving distance between Porthmadog to Basingstoke is 213 miles. It takes approximately 4h 29m to drive from Porthmadog to Basingstoke.

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

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Porthmadog to Machynlleth
2. Take the train from Machynlleth to Birmingham New Street
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Basingstoke
8h 4m
£47–148
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from The Australia to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4T2
2. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 to Tresillian WayT1c
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Salisbury
4. Take the train from Salisbury to Basingstoke
11h 27m
Drive 212.2 mi
1. Drive from Porthmadog to Basingstoke212.2 mi
4h 29m
£53–76
Bus
1. Take the bus from The Australia to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4T2
2. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 to Heathrow Central Bus Station409
3. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to The Malls806
12h 15m

Porthmadog to Basingstoke by train

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8h 4mAverage Duration

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Distance: 260.4 mi
Duration: 8h 4m

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

You can take a train from Porthmadog to Basingstoke via Machynlleth and Birmingham New Street in around 8h 4m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Australia to The Malls via Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 and Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 12h 15m.

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