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

The cheapest way to get from Porthmadog to Maidenhead is to drive which costs £50 - £75 and takes 4h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Porthmadog to Maidenhead is to drive which takes 4h 3m and costs £50 - £75.

Is there a direct train between Porthmadog and Maidenhead?

No, there is no direct train from Porthmadog to Maidenhead. However, there are services departing from Porthmadog and arriving at Maidenhead via Machynlleth, Birmingham New Street and Reading. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 41m.

How far is it from Porthmadog to Maidenhead?

The distance between Porthmadog and Maidenhead is 258 miles. The road distance is 210.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Porthmadog to Maidenhead without a car is to train which takes 7h 41m and costs £65 - £240.

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

It takes approximately 7h 41m to get from Porthmadog to Maidenhead, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Porthmadog to Maidenhead train from?

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

Train or bus from Porthmadog to Maidenhead?

The best way to get from Porthmadog to Maidenhead is to train which takes 7h 41m and costs £65 - £240. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 11h 7m.

Where does the Porthmadog to Maidenhead train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Porthmadog to Maidenhead?

Yes, the driving distance between Porthmadog to Maidenhead is 211 miles. It takes approximately 4h 3m to drive from Porthmadog to Maidenhead.

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

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Where can I stay near Maidenhead?

There are 2122+ hotels available in Maidenhead.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Porthmadog to Maidenhead by train, bus, 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.

Train
best
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 Reading
7h 41m
£69–232
Drive 209.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Porthmadog to Maidenhead209.3 mi
4h 3m
£52–75
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 Reading
9h 50m
Bus
1. Take the bus from The Australia to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4T2
2. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 to Heathrow Central Bus Station409
11h 7m

Porthmadog to Maidenhead by train

48Weekly Trains

7h 41mAverage Duration

£69Cheapest Price

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Distance: 256.6 mi
Duration: 7h 41m

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

You can take a train from Porthmadog to Maidenhead via Machynlleth, Birmingham New Street, and Reading in around 7h 41m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Australia to Maidenhead via Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2, Heathrow Central Bus Station, Wellington Street, and Slough in around 11h 7m.

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