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Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Porthmadog to Birmingham
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Porthmadog to Birmingham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £23. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 35m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £23, and a coach costs an average of £30.
Distance: 158 km
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5h 5m Average total duration Fastest 4h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 27m Average total duration 4h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Porthmadog to Birmingham
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Trains from Porthmadog to Birmingham run on average 3 times per day, taking around 4h 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £23 if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:42, the last at 19:24. The fastest train covers the 158 km distance in 4h 55m.
Distance 158 km |
Average train duration 4h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price £23 |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 4h 55m |
First train 5:42 |
Last train 19:24 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 4 days |
Train companies: Transport for Wales from Porthmadog to Birmingham trainsTransport for Wales trains will get you between Porthmadog and Birmingham from £23. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Porthmadog to Birmingham train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Porthmadog to Birmingham 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 Birmingham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Porthmadog and Birmingham
Most Porthmadog to Birmingham trains use the Porthmadog to Birmingham New Street station pair, with some services arriving at Birmingham International. Use this guide to compare Porthmadog and Birmingham train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Porthmadog station do trains to Birmingham leave from?
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.
Getting to Birmingham New Street from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham New Street train station facilities and services
Birmingham New Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: All Bar One, Leon, Caffè Nero, Five Guys, Krispy Kreme, The Pasty Shop, Upper Crust, Wasabi, Starbucks, Hotel Chocolat
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available from Sky Wi-Fi The Cloud. ATMs are aTM machines are located on the paid concourse.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00, Sun: 07:30 - 23:00. Information desks are in the middle of the station.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave bags with Excess Baggage Co inside the entrance off Hill Street. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham New Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birmingham New Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham New Street: Step-free access in the whole station and ramps available for train access. All platforms have elevators and escalators.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Birmingham City Center, Premier Inn Birmingham City Center (New St Station), Radisson Blue Hotel, Birmingham.
Getting to Birmingham International from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham International is 12 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
Birmingham International train station facilities and services
Birmingham International has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Birmingham International.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Birmingham International. ATMs are available at Birmingham International.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham International. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, 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 Birmingham International: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birmingham International: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham International: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform, 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.
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