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 57m.

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 57m 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 Causeway Lane via Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2, Birmingham Coach Station and Sheffield Interchange/D4. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 36m.

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 26m.

How far is it from Porthmadog to Matlock?

The distance between Porthmadog and Matlock is 177 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 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 TaithCymru, 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 26m and costs £70 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £70 and takes 11h 36m.

Where does the Porthmadog to Matlock bus arrive?

Porthmadog to Matlock bus services, operated by TaithCymru, arrive at Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 5.

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 57m 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 1989+ hotels available in Matlock.

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

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

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Porthmadog Park Stand B to Bangor stationbus 1
2. Take the train from Bangor (Gwynedd) to Crewetrain
3. Take the train from Crewe to Derbytrain
6h 52m
Drive 129.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Porthmadog to Matlockcar 129.1 mi
2h 57m
£32–46
Bus, train via Manchester
1. Take the bus from Porthmadog Park Stand B to Bangor stationbus 1
2. Take the train from Bangor (Gwynedd) to Manchester Airporttrain
3. Take the bus from Manchester Airport The Station to Market Placebus 199
8h 1m
Train
1. Take the train from Porthmadog to Machynllethtrain
2. Take the train from Machynlleth to Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Derbytrain
7h 26m
£70–116
Bus
1. Take the bus from The Australia to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 5bus 1
2. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 409
3. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Sheffield Interchange/E2bus 131 / ...
11h 36m
£41–69

Porthmadog to Matlock by train

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Distance: 176.1 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 26m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Australia to Causeway Lane via Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2, Birmingham Coach Station, and Sheffield Interchange/D4 in around 11h 36m.

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