The average train between Manchester and Tywyn takes 5h 43m and the fastest train takes 3h 45m. The train service runs several times per day from Manchester to Tywyn. 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 Manchester and Tywyn. The earliest departure is at 7:30 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Manchester is at 10:33 PM which arrives into Tywyn at 10:28 AM. All services require a transfer at Shrewsbury and take an average of 5h 43m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Manchester to Tywyn? 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 Manchester to Tywyn. However, there are services departing from Manchester station and arriving at Tywyn station via Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 43m.
Manchester to Tywyn train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.
Manchester to Tywyn train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Machynlleth station.
Book your Manchester to Tywyn train tickets online with Transport for Wales.
The distance between Manchester and Tywyn is 158.7 km. The road distance is 220 km.
You can take a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Tywyn via Shrewsbury and Machynlleth in around 4h 52m.