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Manchester Victoria to Porthmadog by train
| First train | 18:40 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 18:55 | |
| Departure station | Manchester Victoria | |
| Arrival station | Porthmadog | |
| Journey time | From 13h 55m | |
| Distance | 87 miles (140 km) | |
| Changes | 3 changes | |
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Travelling from Manchester Victoria to Porthmadog by train
Looking to travel from Manchester Victoria to Porthmadog by train? You've come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 14 hours 3 minutes to travel from Manchester Victoria to Porthmadog by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 13 hours 55 minutes though. You'll usually find 0 trains per day running along the 87 miles (140 km) route between these two destinations. You'll need to make 3 changes during the journey to Porthmadog, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You can choose to travel with Transport for Wales or TransPennine Express to get to Porthmadog – both train companies offer modern comfortable services that will whisk you there in no time.
To help you get great train deals, we'll highlight the cheapest train ticket prices from Manchester Victoria to Porthmadog in our Journey Planner. Just remember, as well as travelling Off-Peak or using a Railcard, the sooner you book your tickets, the more you'll save!
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Cheap train tickets from Manchester Victoria to Porthmadog
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