What is the cheapest way to get from Porthmadog to Colwyn Bay?

The cheapest way to get from Porthmadog to Colwyn Bay is to drive which costs £9 - £15 and takes 1h 1m.

What is the fastest way to get from Porthmadog to Colwyn Bay?

The fastest way to get from Porthmadog to Colwyn Bay is to drive which takes 1h 1m and costs £9 - £15.

Is there a direct bus between Porthmadog and Colwyn Bay?

No, there is no direct bus from Porthmadog to Colwyn Bay. However, there are services departing from Porthmadog Park Stand A and arriving at Central Hotel via Bangor Bus Station Stand E and York Road. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 40m.

How far is it from Porthmadog to Colwyn Bay?

The distance between Porthmadog and Colwyn Bay is 53 miles. The road distance is 40 miles.

How do I travel from Porthmadog to Colwyn Bay without a car?

The best way to get from Porthmadog to Colwyn Bay without a car is to bus and train via Bangor (Gwynedd) which takes 2h 46m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Porthmadog to Colwyn Bay?

It takes approximately 2h 46m to get from Porthmadog to Colwyn Bay, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Porthmadog to Colwyn Bay bus from?

Porthmadog to Colwyn Bay bus services, operated by Lloyd's Coaches, depart from Porthmadog Park Stand A station.

Where does the Porthmadog to Colwyn Bay bus arrive?

Porthmadog to Colwyn Bay bus services, operated by Lloyd's Coaches, arrive at Bangor Bus Station Stand B.

Can I drive from Porthmadog to Colwyn Bay?

Yes, the driving distance between Porthmadog to Colwyn Bay is 40 miles. It takes approximately 1h 1m to drive from Porthmadog to Colwyn Bay.

Where can I stay near Colwyn Bay?

There are 1876+ hotels available in Colwyn Bay.

Porthmadog to Colwyn Bay - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Porthmadog to Colwyn Bay by bus, train, car, or taxi

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 Bangor (Gwynedd)
best
1. Take the bus from Porthmadog Park Stand A to Bangor Bus Station Stand BT2
2. Take the train from Bangor (Gwynedd) to Colwyn BayHolyhead - Birmingham International / ...
2h 46m
Drive 39.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Porthmadog to Colwyn Bay39.7 mi
1h 1m
£10–15
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from The Australia to Blaenau Ffestiniog Station Stand CT22
2. Take the train from Blaenau Ffestiniog to Llandudno JunctionBlaenau Ffestiniog - Llandudno / ...
3h 9m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Porthmadog to Colwyn Bay39.7 mi
1h 1m
£80–100
Bus, line 5 bus
1. Take the bus from Porthmadog Park Stand A to Bangor Bus Station Stand BT2
2. Take the bus from Bangor Bus Station Stand E to Clifton Road Stop Z5 / ...
3h 40m

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 52.9 mi
Duration: 2h 46m

What companies run services between Porthmadog, Wales and Colwyn Bay, Wales?

You can take a bus from Porthmadog Park Stand A to Central Hotel via Bangor Bus Station Stand B, Bangor Bus Station Stand E, and York Road in around 3h 40m.

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