Shrewsbury to Porthmadog by train

Explore Shrewsbury to Porthmadog by train

Thinking about travelling from Shrewsbury to Porthmadog by train? Here’s everything you need to know to maximise your experience along this train journey.

Cost of a train ticket between Shrewsbury and Porthmadog

The cheapest ticket price along this route is €17.40. Fares naturally increase as the travel date approaches. A month out, expect prices run around , and a week out, fares can hit around on average. Tickets for this journey can be purchased 5 months in advance.

What’s included in the price of a European train ticket

When booking with Rail Europe, you will be prompted to choose the class of service before checking out. We will automatically select the most affordable option. Choosing a more elevated class will increase the cost, but also often includes a number of other perks like elaborate dining menus and extra space. It's good to know that many train operators do include luggage, Wi-Fi and other basic amenities at no extra cost. Seat reservations and meals often do incur a further cost. You can review the terms of service of each type of ticket at checkout.

Train times for travel between Shrewsbury and Porthmadog

If you are taking the train from Shrewsbury to Porthmadog, you will have 11 trains each day (with a departure every 26 minutes) to choose from. Earlier risers can catch the first weekday train at 09:27. If you are looking to jump aboard the last train out of the station, the latest train departs at 17:30. On weekends, the first train departs at 09:30, and the last scheduled train of the day leaves at 19:30.

Shrewsbury to Porthmadog train duration

Trains on this route travel a distance of 96 kilometres, with the fastest one completing the journey in 3 hours and 17 minutes.

How far in advance can you reserve train tickets between Shrewsbury and Porthmadog?

You can secure tickets for travel between Shrewsbury and Porthmadog up to 5 months in advance. The earlier you book, the better the fares.

Making the most of your Shrewsbury to Porthmadog travels

To ensure the smoothest of train journey, check out our vast help articles. To start planning your holiday and to find travel inspiration, check out our city guide: Porthmadog.