How far is it from Penlan, Gwynedd to Porthmadog?

The distance between Penlan, Gwynedd and Porthmadog is 4 mi by road.

How long does it take to drive from Penlan, Gwynedd to Porthmadog?

The drive from Penlan, Gwynedd to Porthmadog takes approximately 10 min by car.

What is the best route from Penlan, Gwynedd to Porthmadog?

The fastest route from Penlan, Gwynedd to Porthmadog covers 4 mi with a driving time of approximately 10 min.

Which direction is Porthmadog from Penlan, Gwynedd?

Porthmadog lies roughly to the west of Penlan, Gwynedd.

Are there charging stations between Penlan, Gwynedd and Porthmadog?

Yes. You can charge along the route from Penlan, Gwynedd to Porthmadog, including Blaenau, Ffestiniog (50 kW); High Street, Porthmadog (50 kW); Market Square, Porthmadog (22 kW). Charging points on this route: 23.

Penlan, Gwynedd Porthmadog

Distance: 4 miDuration: 10 min

Driving from Penlan, Gwynedd to Porthmadog takes about 10 min via A487. The distance is 4 mi. The straight-line distance is 3 mi. Driving directions

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Driving directions12 · 4 mi

1 Depart straight 26 yd
2 Turn slightly left 53 yd
3 Turn left onto Stryd Fawr 1 mi
4 Turn right 1 mi
5 Enter rotary straight onto Porthmadog Bypass 74 yd
6 Exit rotary slightly left onto Porthmadog Bypass 3 mi
7 Enter roundabout slightly left onto High Street 13 yd
8 Exit roundabout straight onto High Street 1 mi

9 Turn left onto Cambrian Terrace 87 yd
10 Continue straight onto Madoc Street West 1 mi
11 Turn right onto New Street 55 yd
12 Arrive right onto New Street

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The return trip from Porthmadog to Penlan, Gwynedd covers roughly the same distance, 4 mi.

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Charging points along the way

23 chargers

Blaenau, FfestiniogBlaenau, Ffestiniog, LL41 3ES50 kW
High Street, PorthmadogHigh Street, Porthmadog, LL49 9HN50 kW
Market Square, PorthmadogMarket Square, Porthmadog, LL49 9RB22 kW
Pwllheli, GwyneddPwllheli, Gwynedd, LL53 6HX22 kW
Pwllheli, GwyneddPwllheli, Gwynedd, LL53 6HX22 kW

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No notable attractions were found along this route.

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Porthmadog → Bont Newydd, Gwynedd12 mi · 20 min Porthmadog → Bro Rhythallt23 mi · 35 min Porthmadog → Eisingrug8 mi · 15 min Porthmadog → Llanaber19 mi · 40 min Porthmadog → Croesor8 mi · 20 min Porthmadog → Caernarfon20 mi · 35 min

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Distance and drive time are computed from OpenStreetMap road data with the OSRM routing engine. Updated 2 September 2026.

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How far is it from Penlan, Gwynedd to Porthmadog?: The distance between Penlan, Gwynedd and Porthmadog is 4 mi by road.
How long does it take to drive from Penlan, Gwynedd to Porthmadog?: The drive from Penlan, Gwynedd to Porthmadog takes approximately 10 min by car.
What is the best route from Penlan, Gwynedd to Porthmadog?: The fastest route from Penlan, Gwynedd to Porthmadog covers 4 mi with a driving time of approximately 10 min.
Which direction is Porthmadog from Penlan, Gwynedd?: Porthmadog lies roughly to the west of Penlan, Gwynedd.
Are there charging stations between Penlan, Gwynedd and Porthmadog?: Yes. You can charge along the route from Penlan, Gwynedd to Porthmadog, including Blaenau, Ffestiniog (50 kW); High Street, Porthmadog (50 kW); Market Square, Porthmadog (22 kW). Charging points on this route: 23.

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