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

The cheapest way to get from Porthmadog to Welshpool is to drive which costs £15 - £22 and takes 1h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Porthmadog to Welshpool is to drive which takes 1h 21m and costs £15 - £22.

Is there a direct bus between Porthmadog and Welshpool?

No, there is no direct bus from Porthmadog to Welshpool. However, there are services departing from The Australia and arriving at Royal Oak Hotel via Bus Depot and Newtown Bus Station Stand 1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 12m.

Is there a direct train between Porthmadog and Welshpool?

No, there is no direct train from Porthmadog to Welshpool. However, there are services departing from Porthmadog and arriving at Welshpool via Machynlleth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 39m.

How far is it from Porthmadog to Welshpool?

The distance between Porthmadog and Welshpool is 82 miles. The road distance is 60.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Porthmadog to Welshpool without a car is to bus and train which takes 3h 16m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 16m to get from Porthmadog to Welshpool, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Porthmadog to Welshpool bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Porthmadog to Welshpool train from?

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

Train or bus from Porthmadog to Welshpool?

The best way to get from Porthmadog to Welshpool is to train which takes 3h 39m and costs £27 - £40. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 4h 12m.

Where does the Porthmadog to Welshpool bus arrive?

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

Where does the Porthmadog to Welshpool train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Porthmadog to Welshpool?

Yes, the driving distance between Porthmadog to Welshpool is 61 miles. It takes approximately 1h 21m to drive from Porthmadog to Welshpool.

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

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Where can I stay near Welshpool?

There are 524+ hotels available in Welshpool.

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

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

Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from The Australia to Bus DepotT2
2. Take the train from Machynlleth to WelshpoolAberystwyth - Birmingham International / ...
3h 16m
Drive 60.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Porthmadog to Welshpool60.3 mi
1h 21m
£16–22
Train
1. Take the train from Porthmadog to MachynllethPwllheli - Machynlleth
2. Take the train from Machynlleth to WelshpoolAberystwyth - Birmingham International / ...
3h 39m
£27–38
Bus
1. Take the bus from The Australia to Bus DepotT2
2. Take the bus from Bus Depot to Newtown Bus StationX85
4h 12m

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Distance: 81.8 mi
Duration: 3h 16m

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

You can take a train from Porthmadog to Welshpool via Machynlleth in around 3h 39m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Australia to Royal Oak Hotel via Bus Depot and Newtown Bus Station Stand 1 in around 4h 12m.

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