The average train between Machynlleth and Edinburgh takes 6h 41m and the fastest train takes 6h 10m. The train service runs several times per day from Machynlleth to Edinburgh. 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 Machynlleth and Edinburgh. 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 Edinburgh at 2:22 PM. All services require a transfer at Shrewsbury and take an average of 6h 41m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Machynlleth to Edinburgh? 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 Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Machynlleth station and arriving at Edinburgh station via Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 41m.
Machynlleth to Edinburgh train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Machynlleth station.
Machynlleth to Edinburgh train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Edinburgh Waverley station.
Book your Machynlleth to Edinburgh train tickets online with Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast and Caledonian Sleeper.
The distance between Machynlleth and Edinburgh is 376.2 km. The road distance is 537 km.
You can take a train from Machynlleth to Edinburgh Waverley via Shrewsbury and Crewe in around 6h 42m.