The average train between Holyhead and Machynlleth takes 4h 28m and the fastest train takes 4h 5m. The train service runs several times per day from Holyhead 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 3 hours between Holyhead and Machynlleth. The earliest departure is at 4:21 AM at night, and the last departure from Holyhead is at 7:20 PM which arrives into Machynlleth at 11:41 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 28m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Holyhead to Machynlleth. However, there are services departing from Holyhead station and arriving at Machynlleth station via Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 28m.
Holyhead to Machynlleth train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Holyhead station.
Holyhead to Machynlleth train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Machynlleth station.
Book your Holyhead to Machynlleth train tickets online with Transport for Wales.
The distance between Holyhead and Machynlleth is 95.7 km. The road distance is 300 km.
You can take a train from Holyhead to Machynlleth via Shrewsbury in around 5h 5m.