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

The cheapest way to get from Porthmadog to Carnforth is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Porthmadog to Carnforth is to drive which takes 2h 48m and costs £30 - £50.

How far is it from Porthmadog to Carnforth?

The distance between Porthmadog and Carnforth is 170 miles. The road distance is 141.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Porthmadog to Carnforth without a car is to bus and train which takes 6h 35m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 6h 35m to get from Porthmadog to Carnforth, including transfers.

Can I drive from Porthmadog to Carnforth?

Yes, the driving distance between Porthmadog to Carnforth is 141 miles. It takes approximately 2h 48m to drive from Porthmadog to Carnforth.

Where can I stay near Carnforth?

There are 1585+ hotels available in Carnforth.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Porthmadog to Carnforth 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
best
1. Take the bus from Porthmadog Park Stand A to Bangor Bus Station Stand BT2
2. Take the train from Llandudno Junction to Warrington Bank Quay
3. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Lancaster
6h 35m
Drive 140.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Porthmadog to Carnforth140.5 mi
2h 48m
£35–50
Train
1. Take the train from Blaenau Ffestiniog to Llandudno Junction
2. Take the train from Llandudno Junction to Warrington Bank Quay
3. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Lancaster
6h 40m
£52–76
Bus, train via Wrexham
1. Take the bus from The Australia to Eldon Square 1T2
2. Take the bus from Eldon Square 1 to Wrexham Bus Station 5T3 / ...
3. Take the bus from Wrexham Bus Station 7 to Railway Station1
4. Take the train from Chester to Warrington Bank Quay
5. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Lancaster
7h 24m
Bus, train via Manchester
1. Take the bus from Porthmadog Park Stand A to Bangor Bus Station Stand BT2
2. Take the train from Llandudno Junction to Manchester Oxford Road
3. Take the train from Manchester Oxford Road to Carnforth
7h 24m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Porthmadog to Carnforth.

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Distance: 168.6 mi
Duration: 6h 35m

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

You can take a bus from The Australia to Carnforth via Blaenau Ffestiniog Station Stand C, Blaenau Ffestiniog, Llandudno Junction, Warrington Bank Quay, and Lancaster in around 6h 40m.

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