The average train between Machynlleth and Bristol takes 4h 40m and the fastest train takes 3h 42m. There is a train service every few hours from Machynlleth to Bristol. 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 2 hours between Machynlleth and Bristol. The earliest departure is at 5:54 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Machynlleth is at 8:11 PM which arrives into Bristol at 7:18 AM. All services require a transfer at Shrewsbury and take an average of 4h 40m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Machynlleth to Bristol? 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 Machynlleth to Bristol. However, there are services departing from Machynlleth station and arriving at Bristol station via Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 40m.
Machynlleth to Bristol train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Machynlleth station.
Machynlleth to Bristol train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Bristol Temple Meads station.
Book your Machynlleth to Bristol train tickets online with Transport for Wales and Great Western Railway (GWR).
The distance between Machynlleth and Bristol is 152.7 km. The road distance is 291 km.
You can take a train from Machynlleth to Bristol Temple Meads via Shrewsbury and Newport (S Wales) in around 4h 12m.