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Kirkby (Merseyside) to Porthmadog by train

First train

09:43

Last train

22:13

Departure station

Kirkby (Merseyside)

Arrival station

Porthmadog

Journey time

From 6h 4m

Distance

64 miles (103 km)

Changes

3 changes

Train operators

Merseyrail, Transport for Wales

Take the train from Kirkby (Merseyside) to Porthmadog in 6 hours 4 minutes

If you want to travel from Kirkby (Merseyside) to Porthmadog by train, you've come to the right place.

You can expect the journey from Kirkby (Merseyside) to Porthmadog by train to take around 7 hours 44 minutes. If you want to get there as quickly as possible, it can take as little as 6 hours 4 minutes on the fastest services. You'll usually find around 0 trains per day running on this route, which spans 64 miles (103 km). You'll have to make 3 changes along the way on your journey to Porthmadog. You can travel on this route with either Transport for Wales or Merseyrail trains. Both train companies run modern comfortable services with plenty of room for luggage.

Train tickets from Kirkby (Merseyside) to Porthmadog are usually cheaper when you book in advance compared to buying them on the day. Travelling during Off-Peak times or using a Railcard can also help you save money on train travel. Start a search in our Journey Planner to check out the latest prices.

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Journey details

Want to know more about your journey from Kirkby (Merseyside) to Porthmadog? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

What's the fastest journey time between Kirkby (Merseyside) and Porthmadog by train?

The fastest journey time by train from Kirkby (Merseyside) to Porthmadog is 6 hours and 4 minutes.

Is there a direct train from Kirkby (Merseyside) to Porthmadog?

No, there are no direct train services from Kirkby (Merseyside) to Porthmadog. Travelling from Kirkby (Merseyside) to Porthmadog by train will require a minimum of 3 changes.

What time does the first train from Kirkby (Merseyside) to Porthmadog leave?

The first train from Kirkby (Merseyside) to Porthmadog leaves at 09:43. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.

What time does the last train from Kirkby (Merseyside) to Porthmadog leave?

The last train from Kirkby (Merseyside) to Porthmadog leaves at 22:13. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.

What's the distance between Kirkby (Merseyside) and Porthmadog by train?

Trains travelling from Kirkby (Merseyside) to Porthmadog cover a distance of around 64 miles (103 km) during the journey.

Cheap train tickets from Kirkby (Merseyside) to Porthmadog

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† Average savings on advance fares booked at least one week before day of travel vs Anytime fares purchased on day of travel. Subject to availability. Excludes coach.

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