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

The cheapest way to get from Porthmadog to Trefriw is to drive which costs £7 - £11 and takes 42 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Porthmadog to Trefriw is to drive which takes 42 min and costs £7 - £11.

Is there a direct bus between Porthmadog and Trefriw?

No, there is no direct bus from Porthmadog to Trefriw. However, there are services departing from Porthmadog Park Stand C and arriving at Fairy Falls Hotel via Pen-y-pass YHA and Betws-y-Coed station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 22m.

How far is it from Porthmadog to Trefriw?

The distance between Porthmadog and Trefriw is 28 miles. The road distance is 28.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Porthmadog to Trefriw without a car is to bus and train which takes 2h 11m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 2h 11m to get from Porthmadog to Trefriw, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Porthmadog to Trefriw bus from?

Porthmadog to Trefriw bus services, operated by Gwynfor Coaches, depart from Porthmadog Park Stand C station.

Where does the Porthmadog to Trefriw bus arrive?

Porthmadog to Trefriw bus services, operated by Gwynfor Coaches, arrive at Pen-y-pass YHA station.

Can I drive from Porthmadog to Trefriw?

Yes, the driving distance between Porthmadog to Trefriw is 29 miles. It takes approximately 42 min to drive from Porthmadog to Trefriw.

Where can I stay near Trefriw?

There are 1722+ hotels available in Trefriw.

Porthmadog to Trefriw - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, line 19 bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Porthmadog to Trefriw 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 The Australia to Blaenau Ffestiniog Station Stand CT22
2. Take the train from Blaenau Ffestiniog to North LlanrwstBlaenau Ffestiniog - Llandudno Junction / ...
2h 11m
Drive 28.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Porthmadog to Trefriw28.6 mi
42 min
£8–11
Bus, line 19 bus
1. Take the bus from Porthmadog Park Stand C to Pen-y-pass YHAS4
2. Take the bus from Pen-y-pass YHA to Betws-y-Coed stationS1
3. Take the bus from Betws-y-Coed station to Fairy Falls Hotel19 / ...
3h 22m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Porthmadog to Trefriw28.6 mi
42 min
£60–75
Bus, line 5 bus, line 19 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 E to Palladium Stop Y5 / ...
3. Take the bus from Palladium Stop B to Memorial19 / ...
4h 30m

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Distance: 27.7 mi
Duration: 2h 11m

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

You can take a bus from Porthmadog Park Stand C to Fairy Falls Hotel via Pen-y-pass YHA and Betws-y-Coed station in around 3h 22m.

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