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Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Chester to Porthmadog
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Chester to Porthmadog among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £21. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 14m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £21, and a coach costs an average of £66.
Distance: 88 km
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4h 44m Average total duration Fastest 4h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 15m Average total duration 4h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Chester to Porthmadog
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Trains from Chester to Porthmadog run on average 3 times per day, taking around 4h 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £21 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 06:18, the last at 19:27. The fastest train covers the 88 km distance in 5h 21m.
Distance 88 km |
Average train duration 4h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price £21 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 5h 21m |
First train 6:18 |
Last train 19:27 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Train companies: Transport for Wales from Chester to Porthmadog trainsTransport for Wales trains will get you between Chester and Porthmadog from £21. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Chester to Porthmadog train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chester 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 Chester and Porthmadog
Most Chester to Porthmadog trains use the Chester to Porthmadog station pair. Use this guide to compare Chester and Porthmadog train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Chester station do trains to Porthmadog leave from?
Getting to Chester from Chester city centre
Chester is 1 km from Chester city centre. Public transport options include:
Chester train station facilities and services
Chester has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Chester.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Chester.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Chester. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point, Helpline Contact: 03333 211202, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Chester: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Chester: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Chester: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A. Step free access is available to all platforms via lifts, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Porthmadog station do trains from Chester arrive at?
Getting to Porthmadog from Porthmadog city centre
Porthmadog train station facilities and services
Porthmadog has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility and Lost and Found Office.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Porthmadog.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Porthmadog: Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Porthmadog: 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.
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