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

The cheapest way to get from Porthmadog to Chepstow is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 3h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Porthmadog to Chepstow is to drive which takes 3h 23m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Porthmadog and Chepstow?

No, there is no direct bus from Porthmadog to Chepstow station. However, there are services departing from The Australia and arriving at Chepstow Bus Station Stand 2 via Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 and Sarn Odeon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 22m.

Is there a direct train between Porthmadog and Chepstow?

No, there is no direct train from Porthmadog to Chepstow. However, there are services departing from Porthmadog and arriving at Chepstow via Machynlleth, Shrewsbury and Newport (S Wales). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h.

How far is it from Porthmadog to Chepstow?

The distance between Porthmadog and Chepstow is 217 miles. The road distance is 140.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Porthmadog to Chepstow without a car is to train which takes 7h and costs £65 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 7h to get from Porthmadog to Chepstow, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Porthmadog to Chepstow bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Porthmadog to Chepstow train from?

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

Train or bus from Porthmadog to Chepstow?

The best way to get from Porthmadog to Chepstow is to train which takes 7h and costs £65 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 9h 22m.

Where does the Porthmadog to Chepstow bus arrive?

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

Where does the Porthmadog to Chepstow train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Porthmadog to Chepstow?

Yes, the driving distance between Porthmadog to Chepstow is 140 miles. It takes approximately 3h 23m to drive from Porthmadog to Chepstow.

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

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

There are 4 ways to get from Porthmadog to Chepstow 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 Shrewsbury
3. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Newport (S Wales)
7h
£68–106
Drive 139.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Porthmadog to Chepstow139.3 mi
3h 23m
£34–50
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 Chepstow
8h 40m
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 Chepstow Bus Station Stand 2507
9h 22m

Porthmadog to Chepstow by train

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Distance: 215.7 mi
Duration: 7h

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

You can take a train from Porthmadog to Chepstow via Machynlleth, Shrewsbury, and Newport (S Wales) in around 7h. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Australia to Chepstow Bus Station Stand 2 via Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 and Sarn Odeon in around 9h 22m.

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