Bangor to Porthmadog Taxi
Ffestiniog Railway & Portmeirion Transfers
Pre-book your private taxi from Bangor railway station to Porthmadog, Ffestiniog & Welsh Highland Railways, Portmeirion
24/7 service with fixed fares, professional drivers, and breathtaking mountain views
About the Journey
Porthmadog is a bustling harbour town on the edge of Eryri / Snowdonia National Park, and a gateway to heritage railways, beaches and the Italian-style village of Portmeirion. It’s home to the Ffestiniog & Welsh Highland Railways, linking the coast with Blaenau Ffestiniog and Caernarfon, and sits close to Black Rock Sands and the Glaslyn estuary.
From Bangor railway station (LL57 1LZ) it’s around 28–30 miles, usually 50–55 minutes by taxi via Caernarfon and the A487. Rapid Ride provides pre-booked, fixed-fare transfers from Bangor, Caernarfon, Llanberis and the wider Snowdonia area straight to Porthmadog hotels, cottages, holiday parks and railway stations.
Whether you’re arriving from London, Manchester, Birmingham or overseas, Rapid Ride makes it easy to connect train → taxi → Porthmadog in one smooth journey.
Getting to Porthmadog from Bangor
Distance: approx. 28–30 miles
Duration: around 50–55 minutes by taxi
Route: A487 via Caernarfon → Penygroes → Tremadog / Porthmadog
Fixed fares: confirmed at booking, with options for single, return and group transfers
We meet you at Bangor station, help with luggage and take you door-to-door to your accommodation, Ffestiniog Railway station or Portmeirion.
You can also book transfers Porthmadog ↔ Caernarfon / Llanberis / Beddgelert to link your whole Snowdonia itinerary.
Popular Drop-Off Points & Attractions
Porthmadog harbour & high street
Shop, Cafés & harbour views along the Galslyn estuary.
Portmeirion Village
(LL48 6ER)
Iconic Italian-style village and gardens just 10 minutes from Porthmadog
Ffestiniog & welsh Highland railways
Historic narrow-gauge steam trains to Blaenau Ffestiniog & Caernarfon
Black Rock Sands
(Morfa Bychan, LL49 9YH)
Wide sandy beach where cars (often) park on the sand – family favourite.
Glaslyn Osprey Project
Wildlife reserve and visitor centre near Llanfrothen.
Porthmadog railway station
Mainline Cambrian Coast line for connections to Mid-Wales & Birmingham
Criccieth Castle & Beach
Medieval castle and seaside promenade, a short drive away.
Snowdonia viewpoints & walking routes
Easy access to coastal and mountain walks across Eryri.
Places to Stay
Royal Sportsman Hotel
classic hotel close to the high street and rail stations.
Travelodge Porthmadog
modern, budget-friendly option off the main road.
Premier Inn Porthmadog
chain hotel near the bypass, handy for onward travel.
Aberdunant Hall Holiday Park
woodland lodges and caravans in the hills above Porthmadog.
Portmeirion Hotel & Castell Deudraeth
luxury accommodation in and above Portmeirion village.
All locations served directly from Bangor Railway Station, Holyhead Ferry Port, Airports
Pre-booked /On Demand
Eat & Refuel
Yr Hen Fecws Restaurant & Rooms
popular local restaurant with rooms
Tafarn Penrhyn / Penrhyn Arms
traditional pub food and drinks
The Australia (Aussie) Pub
friendly pub in the town centre
Caffi Glaslyn
café and ice cream spot near the harbour
Portmeirion cafés & restaurants
multiple dining options inside the village
Ideal for Heritage Rail & Coastal Breaks
Porthmadog is perfect if you want to
Ride the Ffestiniog & Welsh Highland Railways
Visit Portmeirion on a day trip or short stay
Explore the Cambrian Coast and Black Rock Sands
Combine Snowdonia mountains and seaside in one trip
Rapid Ride connects all of these with pre-booked taxis from Bangor, so you don’t need to worry about car hire or parking.
Why Book a Taxi with Rapid Ride?
Pick-ups from Holyhead Port & Holyhead railway station
Fixed-fare airport taxis to MAN/LPL/BHX/London
Local, scenic and long-distance journeys across Anglesey & North Wales
DBS-checked drivers · Modern vehicles · Card payments
Frequently Asked Questions
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Roughly 28-30 miles, around 50-55 minutes by taxi via Caernarfon and the A487
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Yes, Ffestiniog and Portmerion are our most common destinations from Bangor
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Yes, Rapid Ride operates 24/7 for pre-booked airport and railway transfers
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Of course you can book single, return or multi-stop journeys in advance
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Fast, reliable, and affordable transfers across
North Wales with Rapid Ride