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

The cheapest way to get from Swindon to Porthmadog is to drive which costs £40 - £65 and takes 3h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Swindon to Porthmadog is to drive which takes 3h 43m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Swindon and Porthmadog?

No, there is no direct bus from Swindon to Porthmadog. However, there are services departing from Regent Circus and arriving at Porthmadog Park Stand A via Kingsway GD, Sarn Odeon and Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 1m.

How far is it from Swindon to Porthmadog?

The distance between Swindon and Porthmadog is 252 miles. The road distance is 173.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Swindon to Porthmadog without a car is to train and bus via Newport which takes 7h 13m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 7h 13m to get from Swindon to Porthmadog, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swindon to Porthmadog bus from?

Swindon to Porthmadog bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Regent Circus station.

Where does the Swindon to Porthmadog bus arrive?

Swindon to Porthmadog bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Kingsway GD station.

Can I drive from Swindon to Porthmadog?

Yes, the driving distance between Swindon to Porthmadog is 173 miles. It takes approximately 3h 43m to drive from Swindon to Porthmadog.

Where can I stay near Porthmadog?

There are 1513+ hotels available in Porthmadog.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Swindon to Porthmadog 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, bus via Newport
best
1. Take the train from Swindon to Newport (S Wales)
2. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Shrewsbury
3. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Machynlleth
4. Take the bus from Bus Depot to Porthmadog Park Stand AT2
7h 13m
Drive 172.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Swindon to Porthmadog172.1 mi
3h 43m
£43–62
Bus
1. Take the bus from Regent Circus to Kingsway GD
2. Take the bus from Sarn Odeon to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7T1c
3. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4 to Porthmadog Park Stand AT2
10h 1m
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Swindon to Cheltenham Spa
2. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Birmingham New Street
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Machynlleth
4. Take the bus from Bus Depot to Porthmadog Park Stand AT2
7h 24m
Train, bus #2
1. Take the train from Swindon to Newport (S Wales)
2. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Bangor (Gwynedd)
3. Take the bus from Bangor Railway Station H to The AustraliaT2
7h 48m

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 250.8 mi
Duration: 7h 13m

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

You can take a bus from Regent Circus to Porthmadog Park Stand A via Kingsway GD, Sarn Odeon, and Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4 in around 10h 1m.

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