The average train between Edinburgh and Machynlleth takes 6h 18m and the fastest train takes 5h 47m. The train service runs several times per day from Edinburgh to Machynlleth. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 4 hours between Edinburgh and Machynlleth. The earliest departure is at 1:01 AM at night, and the last departure from Edinburgh is at 6:52 PM which arrives into Machynlleth at 11:41 AM. All services require a transfer at Crewe and take an average of 6h 18m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Edinburgh to Machynlleth? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Edinburgh to Machynlleth. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh station and arriving at Machynlleth station via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 18m.
Edinburgh to Machynlleth train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Edinburgh Waverley station.
Edinburgh to Machynlleth train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Machynlleth station.
Book your Edinburgh to Machynlleth train tickets online with Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales and Caledonian Sleeper.
The distance between Edinburgh and Machynlleth is 376.2 km. The road distance is 537 km.
You can take a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Machynlleth via Crewe and Shrewsbury in around 6h 37m.