The average train between Machynlleth and Holyhead takes 4h 22m and the fastest train takes 3h 58m. The train service runs several times per day from Machynlleth to Holyhead. 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 Holyhead. 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 Holyhead at 12:57 AM. All services require a transfer at Shrewsbury and take an average of 4h 22m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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4h 33m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Machynlleth to Holyhead? 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 Holyhead. However, there are services departing from Machynlleth station and arriving at Holyhead station via Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 22m.
Machynlleth to Holyhead train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Machynlleth station.
Machynlleth to Holyhead train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Holyhead station.
Book your Machynlleth to Holyhead train tickets online with Transport for Wales.
The distance between Machynlleth and Holyhead is 95.7 km. The road distance is 301 km.
You can take a train from Machynlleth to Holyhead via Shrewsbury and Chester in around 4h 41m.