The average train between Machynlleth and Buxton takes 4h 33m and the fastest train takes 3h 45m. The train service runs several times per day from Machynlleth to Buxton. 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 Buxton. 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 Buxton at 7:23 AM. All services require a transfer at Shrewsbury and take an average of 4h 33m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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No, there is no direct train from Machynlleth to Buxton. However, there are services departing from Machynlleth station and arriving at Buxton station via Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 33m.
Machynlleth to Buxton train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Machynlleth station.
Machynlleth to Buxton train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Buxton station.
Book your Machynlleth to Buxton train tickets online with Transport for Wales and Northern Trains Limited.
The distance between Machynlleth and Buxton is 149.8 km. The road distance is 219 km.
You can take a train from Machynlleth to Buxton via Shrewsbury and Stockport in around 4h 25m.