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

The cheapest way to get from Porthmadog to Cardiff is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 3h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Porthmadog to Cardiff is to drive which takes 3h 22m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Porthmadog and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Porthmadog to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from The Australia and arriving at Tresillian Way via Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Porthmadog and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Porthmadog to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Porthmadog and arriving at Cardiff Central via Machynlleth and Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 29m.

How far is it from Porthmadog to Cardiff?

The distance between Porthmadog and Cardiff is 208 miles. The road distance is 143.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Porthmadog to Cardiff without a car is to bus and train via Shrewsbury which takes 6h 6m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 6h 6m to get from Porthmadog to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Porthmadog to Cardiff bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Porthmadog to Cardiff train from?

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

Train or bus from Porthmadog to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Porthmadog to Cardiff is to bus which takes 7h 35m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £55 - £95 and takes 6h 29m.

Where does the Porthmadog to Cardiff bus arrive?

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

Where does the Porthmadog to Cardiff train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Porthmadog to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Porthmadog to Cardiff is 144 miles. It takes approximately 3h 22m to drive from Porthmadog to Cardiff.

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

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Porthmadog to Cardiff - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Porthmadog to Cardiff by bus, train, or car

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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 Cardiff Central
6h 6m
Drive 142.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Porthmadog to Cardiff142.7 mi
3h 22m
£36–52
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 Tresillian WayT1c
7h 35m
Train
1. Take the train from Porthmadog to Machynlleth
2. Take the train from Machynlleth to Shrewsbury
3. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Cardiff Central
6h 29m
£58–95
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Porthmadog Park Stand A to Bangor Bus Station Stand BT2
2. Take the train from Bangor (Gwynedd) to Cardiff CentralHolyhead - Cardiff Central
6h 47m
Bus via Newtown
1. Take the bus from The Australia to Bus DepotT2
2. Take the bus from Bus Depot to Newtown Bus StationX85
3. Take the bus from Newtown Bus Station Stand 2 to Merthyr Bus Station Stand 7T4
8h 17m

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Distance: 207 mi
Duration: 6h 6m

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

You can take a bus from The Australia to Tresillian Way via Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 in around 7h 35m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Porthmadog to Cardiff Central via Machynlleth and Shrewsbury in around 6h 29m.

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