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

The cheapest way to get from Welshpool to Porthmadog is to drive which costs £14 - £22 and takes 1h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Welshpool to Porthmadog is to drive which takes 1h 21m and costs £14 - £22.

Is there a direct bus between Welshpool and Porthmadog?

No, there is no direct bus from Welshpool station to Porthmadog. However, there are services departing from Welshpool Bus Station Stand D and arriving at Porthmadog Park Stand A via Newtown Bus Station and Bus Depot. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 58m.

Is there a direct train between Welshpool and Porthmadog?

No, there is no direct train from Welshpool to Porthmadog. However, there are services departing from Welshpool and arriving at Porthmadog via Machynlleth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 47m.

How far is it from Welshpool to Porthmadog?

The distance between Welshpool and Porthmadog is 82 miles. The road distance is 61.1 miles.

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

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

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

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

Where do I catch the Welshpool to Porthmadog bus from?

Welshpool to Porthmadog bus services, operated by Celtic Travel, depart from Welshpool Bus Station Stand D.

Where do I catch the Welshpool to Porthmadog train from?

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

Train or bus from Welshpool to Porthmadog?

The best way to get from Welshpool to Porthmadog is to train which takes 3h 47m and costs £30 - £50. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 4h 58m.

Where does the Welshpool to Porthmadog bus arrive?

Welshpool to Porthmadog bus services, operated by Celtic Travel, arrive at Newtown Bus Station Stand 3.

Where does the Welshpool to Porthmadog train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Welshpool to Porthmadog?

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

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

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Where can I stay near Porthmadog?

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

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

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Welshpool to Machynllethtrain Birmingham International - Aberystwyth / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Depot to Porthmadog Park Stand Abus T2
3h
Drive 60.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Welshpool to Porthmadogcar 60.8 mi
1h 21m
£15–22
Train
1. Take the train from Welshpool to Machynllethtrain Birmingham International - Aberystwyth / ...
2. Take the train from Machynlleth to Porthmadogtrain Machynlleth - Pwllheli
3h 47m
£33–46
Bus
1. Take the bus from Welshpool Bus Station Stand D to Newtown Bus Station Stand 3bus X75
2. Take the bus from Newtown Bus Station to Bus Depotbus X85
3. Take the bus from Bus Depot to Porthmadog Park Stand Abus T2
4h 58m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Welshpool to Porthmadog.

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Distance: 81.3 mi
Duration: 3h

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

You can take a train from Welshpool to Porthmadog via Machynlleth in around 3h 47m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Welshpool Bus Station Stand D to Porthmadog Park Stand A via Newtown Bus Station and Bus Depot in around 4h 58m.

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