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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Porthmadog to Cardiff

Composite routes from Porthmadog to Cardiff

Cheapest
3 h 22 min
Car
229 km.
from $12
Other
6 h 7 min
Bus, Train
172 km.
from $5.43
7 h 30 min
172 km.
Select a ticket
6 h 34 min
171 km.
from $163.08
6 h 46 min
Bus, Train
172 km.
from $5.43

Transport providers

Train operators
Found: 1
Transport for Wales
Website
Transport for Wales
Website
1h 11m
Every 2 hours
$30.38–$48.10
03333 211 202
03333 211 202
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Bus operators
Found: 2
Lloyd's Coaches
Website
Mid Wales Travel
Website
Lloyd's Coaches
Website
1h 28m
Every 4 hours
+44 1654 702100
+44 1654 702100
[email protected]
Call Contact via email
Mid Wales Travel
Website
4h 10m
Once daily
+44 1970 828288
+44 1970 828288
[email protected]
Call Contact via email

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Porthmadog to Cardiff is to drive which costs $46.74 - $70.65 and takes 3h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Porthmadog to Cardiff is to drive which takes 3h 17m and costs $46.74 - $70.65 .

Is there a direct bus between Porthmadog and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Porthmadog to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from The Australia and arriving at Tresillian Way via Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Porthmadog and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Porthmadog to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Porthmadog and arriving at Cardiff Central via Machynlleth and Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 34m.

How far is it from Porthmadog to Cardiff?

The distance between Porthmadog and Cardiff is 333 km. The road distance is 233.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Porthmadog to Cardiff without a car is to bus and train via Shrewsbury which takes 6h 7m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 6h 7m to get from Porthmadog to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Porthmadog to Cardiff bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Porthmadog to Cardiff train from?

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

Train or bus from Porthmadog to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Porthmadog to Cardiff is to bus which takes 7h 30m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $92.39 - $141.30 and takes 6h 34m.

Where does the Porthmadog to Cardiff bus arrive?

Porthmadog to Cardiff bus services, operated by Lloyd's Coaches, arrive at Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4.

Where does the Porthmadog to Cardiff train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Porthmadog to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Porthmadog to Cardiff is 234 km. It takes approximately 3h 17m to drive from Porthmadog to Cardiff.

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

Book your Porthmadog to Cardiff train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Cardiff?

There are 1273+ hotels available in Cardiff. Prices start at $56.47 per night.
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