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Travel Information
Compare train for Shrewsbury to Porthmadog
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Shrewsbury to Porthmadog among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £25 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 55m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £25, while a train costs an average of £25.
Distance: 96 km
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Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
£25 Average Price Cheapest | £20 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 55m Average total duration Fastest 3h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 1m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Tickets start at around £25 compared to roughly £20 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-5.51. The journey takes 3h 25m versus 2h 1m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Shrewsbury to Porthmadog
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Trains from Shrewsbury to Porthmadog run on average 3 times per day, taking around 3h 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £25 if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:53, the last at 20:32. The fastest train covers the 96 km distance in 3h 21m.
Distance 96 km |
Average train duration 3h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price £25 |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 3h 21m |
First train 6:53 |
Last train 20:32 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Transport for Wales from Shrewsbury to Porthmadog trainsTransport for Wales trains will get you between Shrewsbury and Porthmadog from £25. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Shrewsbury to Porthmadog train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Shrewsbury 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 Shrewsbury and Porthmadog
Most Shrewsbury to Porthmadog trains use the Shrewsbury to Porthmadog station pair. Use this guide to compare Shrewsbury and Porthmadog train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Shrewsbury station do trains to Porthmadog leave from?
Getting to Shrewsbury from Shrewsbury city centre
Shrewsbury train station facilities and services
Shrewsbury has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Shrewsbury.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Shrewsbury. 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 Shrewsbury: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Shrewsbury: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Shrewsbury: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B. Step free access to all platforms. The lift to Platform 3 is accessible from the front of the station. The lift to Platforms 4 to 7 is situated at the end of the subway beyond the ticket barriers, 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 ticket machines note: The ticket machine(s) take cash, and major debit and credit cards, 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 Shrewsbury 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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