The average train between Neath and Machynlleth takes 5h 10m and the fastest train takes 4h 5m. The train service runs several times per day from Neath to Machynlleth. 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 Neath and Machynlleth. The earliest departure is at 6:09 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Neath is at 10:52 PM which arrives into Machynlleth at 12:43 PM. All services require a transfer at Newport (S Wales) and take an average of 5h 10m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Neath to Machynlleth? 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 Neath to Machynlleth. However, there are services departing from Neath station and arriving at Machynlleth station via Newport (S Wales). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 10m.
Neath to Machynlleth train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Neath station.
Neath to Machynlleth train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Machynlleth station.
Book your Neath to Machynlleth train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR) and Transport for Wales.
The distance between Neath and Machynlleth is 103.2 km. The road distance is 328 km.
You can take a train from Neath to Machynlleth via Newport (S Wales) and Shrewsbury in around 5h 25m.