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Compare train for Birmingham to Porthmadog
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Birmingham to Porthmadog among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £40 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 5h 4m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £40, while a train costs an average of £40.
Distance: 158 km
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Most popular Train | Driving |
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£40 Average Price Cheapest | £32 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 4m Average total duration Fastest 4h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 52m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Tickets start at around £40 compared to roughly £32 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-7.38. The journey takes 4h 34m versus 2h 52m 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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How to get to Porthmadog from Birmingham by train, bus, flight or ferry.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Birmingham to Porthmadog is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
- 13:225h47Birmingham19:09Porthmadog£281One-way0 changes
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- 13:225h47Birmingham19:09Porthmadog£281One-way0 changes
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- 13:225h47Birmingham19:09Porthmadog£281One-way0 changes
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FAQs: Birmingham to Porthmadog
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- Around 3 trains per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Birmingham and Porthmadog as scheduled services by train can vary by season or day of the week.
- Trains mostly depart from Birmingham New Street (BHM) and arrive in Porthmadog station (PTM).
- Travel with Transport for Wales to go to Porthmadog by train.
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