The cheapest and fastest trains from Barmouth to Porthmadog
Cheapest price
£8
Average price
£8
Fastest journey
46 m
Average duration
51 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
23 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Barmouth to Porthmadog is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Barmouth to Porthmadog will cost around £8 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £8.
Of the 5 trains that leave Barmouth for Porthmadog every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 23 km distance in an average of 51 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 46 m .
The slowest trains will take 58 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.










Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Barmouth to Porthmadog
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Barmouth to Porthmadog among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £5. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 49m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £5, and a coach costs an average of £11.
Distance: 23 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£5 Average Price Cheapest | £11 Average Price |
1h 21m Average total duration 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 19m Average total duration Fastest 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Barmouth to Porthmadog train times
The table below shows live departures for Barmouth to Porthmadog trains for today, Saturday 28 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 10:01 Barmouth | 0h48 | 10:49 Porthmadog | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 12:01 Barmouth | 0h49 | 12:50 Porthmadog | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 13:57 Barmouth | 0h57 | 14:54 Porthmadog | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 15:58 Barmouth | 0h53 | 16:51 Porthmadog | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Barmouth to Porthmadog
Trains from Barmouth to Porthmadog run on average 4 times per day, taking around 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £5 if you book in advance.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:53, the last at 22:55. The fastest train covers the 23 km distance in 50m.
Distance 23 km |
Average train duration 51m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 50m |
First train 06:53 |
Last train 22:55 |
Train companies: Transport for Wales from Barmouth to Porthmadog trainsTransport for Wales trains will get you between Barmouth and Porthmadog from £5. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Barmouth to Porthmadog train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Barmouth to Porthmadog by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Porthmadog, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Barmouth and Porthmadog
- Opening hours: Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 09:15 - 16:15 Monday, Tuesday, Sunday Closed Please note that these are the ticket office opening hours November to March.
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B1. Access to Platform 1 (to Machynlleth) is via a shallow ramp at the front of the station. Access to Platform 2 (to Pwllheli) is via a shallow ramp with handrails on Marine Parade and the level crossing.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machine(s) do not accept cash. Payment is by major debit and credit cards only.
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: On the platform (Station side)
- Storage CCTV: No
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 03333 211202
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Onward travel information: The nearest bus stop is outside the station.
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Wait outside station on Marine Parade near the cafe.
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B1. Step free access to Platform 1 (to Machynlleth from High Street and an end of platform ramp. Step free access to Platform 2. Access between both platforms is via the level crossing
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Onward travel information: Services from the station to Gwastadnant, Caernarfon, Pwllheli and Beddgelert.
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Wait in the station car park adjacent to the level crossing
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