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

The cheapest way to get from Porthmadog to Derby is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Porthmadog to Derby is to drive which takes 2h 45m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Porthmadog and Derby?

No, there is no direct bus from Porthmadog to Derby station. However, there are services departing from The Australia and arriving at Bus Station via Bus Depot, Newtown Bus Station Stand 2 and Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Porthmadog and Derby?

No, there is no direct train from Porthmadog to Derby. However, there are services departing from Porthmadog and arriving at Derby via Machynlleth and Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 10m.

How far is it from Porthmadog to Derby?

The distance between Porthmadog and Derby is 186 miles. The road distance is 132.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Porthmadog to Derby without a car is to bus and train which takes 5h 47m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 5h 47m to get from Porthmadog to Derby, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Porthmadog to Derby bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Porthmadog to Derby train from?

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

Train or bus from Porthmadog to Derby?

The best way to get from Porthmadog to Derby is to train which takes 6h 10m and costs £35 - £80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 9h 2m.

Where does the Porthmadog to Derby bus arrive?

Porthmadog to Derby bus services, operated by Lloyd's Coaches, arrive at Bus Depot station.

Where does the Porthmadog to Derby train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Porthmadog to Derby?

Yes, the driving distance between Porthmadog to Derby is 133 miles. It takes approximately 2h 45m to drive from Porthmadog to Derby.

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

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

There are 5 ways to get from Porthmadog to Derby by bus, train, or car

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from The Australia to Bus DepotT2
2. Take the train from Machynlleth to Birmingham New Street
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Derby
5h 47m
Drive 131.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Porthmadog to Derby131.9 mi
2h 45m
£33–48
Bus, train via Chester
1. Take the bus from Jubilee Road to Wrexham Bus Station 5T3 / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to DerbyCrewe - Lincoln Central / ...
7h 45m
Train
1. Take the train from Porthmadog to Machynlleth
2. Take the train from Machynlleth to Birmingham New Street
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Derby
6h 10m
£39–77
Bus
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 Birmingham Coach Station409
4. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Station134 / ...
9h 2m

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 184.9 mi
Duration: 5h 47m

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

You can take a train from Porthmadog to Derby via Machynlleth and Birmingham New Street in around 6h 10m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Australia to Bus Station via Bus Depot, Newtown Bus Station Stand 2, and Birmingham Coach Station in around 9h 2m.

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