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Outbound fromPorthmadog to Ludlow by train
It takes an average of 4h 55m to travel from Porthmadog to Ludlow by train, over a distance of around 71 miles (114 km). There are normally 4 trains per day travelling from Porthmadog to Ludlow and tickets for this journey start from £62.60 when you book in advance.
| First train | 05:53 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 19:56 | |
| Departure station | Porthmadog | |
| Arrival station | Ludlow | |
| Journey time | From 3h 53m | |
| Distance | 71 miles (114 km) | |
| Frequency | 4 trains per day | |
| Changes | 1 change | |
| Price | From £62.60 | |
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Taking the train from Porthmadog to Ludlow in 3 hours 53 minutes
Thinking about taking the train from Porthmadog to Ludlow? We've got you covered.
It usually takes around 4 hours 55 minutes to travel the 71 miles (114 km) from Porthmadog to Ludlow by train, although you can get there in as little as 3 hours 53 minutes on the fastest services. You'll normally find around 4 trains per day running on this route. You'll need to make 1 change along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line. As the main train operator on this route, you'll probably be travelling with Transport for Wales for all or at least part of your journey to Ludlow.
Book train tickets from Porthmadog to Ludlow in advance instead of buying them on the day and they can start from £62.60. We'll always highlight the cheapest prices in our Journey Planner, for example when you travel at Off-Peak times or use a Railcard.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to Ludlow by train, or check our timetable above to view live train times.
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Consider a Season Ticket
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