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

The cheapest way to get from Porthmadog to Holyhead is to drive which costs £11 - £18 and takes 56 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Porthmadog to Holyhead is to drive which takes 56 min and costs £11 - £18.

Is there a direct bus between Porthmadog and Holyhead?

No, there is no direct bus from Porthmadog to Holyhead. However, there are services departing from Porthmadog Park Stand A and arriving at Holyhead Clock via Bangor Bus Station Stand C. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 31m.

How far is it from Porthmadog to Holyhead?

The distance between Porthmadog and Holyhead is 59 miles. The road distance is 48.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Porthmadog to Holyhead without a car is to bus and train which takes 2h 45m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 2h 45m to get from Porthmadog to Holyhead, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Porthmadog to Holyhead bus from?

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

Where does the Porthmadog to Holyhead bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Porthmadog to Holyhead?

Yes, the driving distance between Porthmadog to Holyhead is 48 miles. It takes approximately 56 min to drive from Porthmadog to Holyhead.

Where can I stay near Holyhead?

There are 916+ hotels available in Holyhead.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Porthmadog to Holyhead 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
best
1. Take the bus from Porthmadog Park Stand A to Bangor Bus Station Stand BT2
2. Take the train from Bangor (Gwynedd) to HolyheadCardiff Central - Holyhead / ...
2h 45m
Drive 47.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Porthmadog to Holyhead47.9 mi
56 min
£12–18
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Porthmadog to Holyhead47.9 mi
56 min
£100–120
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 C to Holyhead Clock4X
3h 31m
Bus, line 4 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 C to Bodelis4A / ...
3. Take the bus from Bodelis to Summer Hill4 / ...
4h 17m

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 58.2 mi
Duration: 2h 45m

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

You can take a bus from Porthmadog Park Stand A to Holyhead Clock via Bangor Bus Station Stand C in around 3h 31m.

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