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

The cheapest way to get from Porthmadog to Bath is to drive which costs £40 - £60 and takes 4h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Porthmadog to Bath is to drive which takes 4h 4m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Porthmadog and Bath?

No, there is no direct bus from Porthmadog to Bath station. However, there are services departing from The Australia and arriving at Bus Station via Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7, Sarn Odeon and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 6m.

How far is it from Porthmadog to Bath?

The distance between Porthmadog and Bath is 234 miles. The road distance is 166.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Porthmadog to Bath without a car is to bus and train via Shrewsbury which takes 7h 25m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 7h 25m to get from Porthmadog to Bath, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Porthmadog to Bath bus from?

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

Where does the Porthmadog to Bath bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Porthmadog to Bath?

Yes, the driving distance between Porthmadog to Bath is 166 miles. It takes approximately 4h 4m to drive from Porthmadog to Bath.

Where can I stay near Bath?

There are 2572+ hotels available in Bath.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Porthmadog to Bath by bus, train, 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.

Bus, train via Shrewsbury
best
1. Take the bus from The Australia to Bus DepotT2
2. Take the train from Machynlleth to Shrewsbury
3. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Newport (S Wales)
4. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Bath Spa
7h 25m
Drive 165.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Porthmadog to Bath165.4 mi
4h 4m
£42–60
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 The Black LionT1 / ...
3. Take the train from Carmarthen to Bath Spa
9h 29m
Bus, train #2
1. Take the bus from Porthmadog Park Stand A to Bangor Bus Station Stand BT2
2. Take the train from Bangor (Gwynedd) to Newport (S Wales)
3. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Bath Spa
8h 5m
Bus
1. Take the bus from The Australia to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4T2
2. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 to Sarn OdeonT1c
3. Take the bus from Sarn Odeon to Bus Station
10h 6m

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 233 mi
Duration: 7h 25m

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

You can take a bus from The Australia to Bus Station via Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7, Sarn Odeon, and Bus Station in around 10h 6m.

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