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

The cheapest way to get from Porthmadog to Matlock is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Porthmadog to Matlock is to drive which takes 2h 56m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Porthmadog and Matlock?

No, there is no direct bus from Porthmadog to Matlock. However, there are services departing from The Australia and arriving at Olde Englishe Road via Bus Depot, Newtown Bus Station Stand 2, Birmingham Coach Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 7m.

Is there a direct train between Porthmadog and Matlock?

No, there is no direct train from Porthmadog to Matlock. However, there are services departing from Porthmadog and arriving at Matlock via Machynlleth, Birmingham New Street and Derby. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 21m.

How far is it from Porthmadog to Matlock?

The distance between Porthmadog and Matlock is 203 miles. The road distance is 129.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Porthmadog to Matlock without a car is to bus and train via Birmingham which takes 6h 52m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 6h 52m to get from Porthmadog to Matlock, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Porthmadog to Matlock bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Porthmadog to Matlock train from?

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

Train or bus from Porthmadog to Matlock?

The best way to get from Porthmadog to Matlock is to train which takes 7h 21m and costs £45 - £90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 10h 7m.

Where does the Porthmadog to Matlock bus arrive?

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

Where does the Porthmadog to Matlock train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Porthmadog to Matlock?

Yes, the driving distance between Porthmadog to Matlock is 130 miles. It takes approximately 2h 56m to drive from Porthmadog to Matlock.

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

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Where can I stay near Matlock?

There are 1822+ hotels available in Matlock.

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

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

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Bus, train via Birmingham
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
6h 52m
Drive 129.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Porthmadog to Matlock129.1 mi
2h 56m
£33–47
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Porthmadog Park Stand A to Bangor Bus Station Stand BT2
2. Take the train from Llandudno Junction to Manchester Airport
3. Take the bus from Manchester Airport The Station to Market Place199
9h 21m
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
7h 21m
£45–87
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 / ...
10h 7m

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 201.8 mi
Duration: 6h 52m

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

You can take a train from Porthmadog to Matlock via Machynlleth, Birmingham New Street, and Derby in around 7h 21m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Australia to Olde Englishe Road via Bus Depot, Newtown Bus Station Stand 2, Birmingham Coach Station, and Bus Station in around 10h 7m.

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