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Trip Overview

The average train between Pontypridd and Machynlleth takes 4h 49m and the fastest train takes 3h 57m. There is a train service every few hours from Pontypridd 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.

4h 49m
Duration
178 mi
Distance
£69
Average price
Every 2 hours
Frequency

Pontypridd to Machynlleth train times

Trains run every 2 hours between Pontypridd and Machynlleth. The earliest departure is at 6:43 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Pontypridd is at 11:24 PM which arrives into Machynlleth at 8:41 AM. All services require a transfer at Cardiff Central and take an average of 4h 49m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesTransport for Wales4h 25m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesTransport for Wales3h 57m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesTransport for Wales4h • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesTransport for Wales4h • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesTransport for Wales4h 1m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesTransport for Wales4h 25m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesTransport for Wales3h 57m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesTransport for Wales4h • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesTransport for Wales4h 1m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesTransport for Wales4h 29m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesTransport for Wales3h 58m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesTransport for Wales4h • 2 changes
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesTransport for Wales5h • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesTransport for Wales5h 1m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesTransport for Wales5h • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesTransport for Wales4h 35m • 2 changes
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Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesTransport for Wales4h 1m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesTransport for Wales4h 25m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesTransport for Wales3h 57m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesTransport for Wales4h • 2 changes
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Departing Tuesday, November 17, 2026

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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesTransport for Wales4h 1m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesTransport for Wales4h 25m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesTransport for Wales3h 57m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesTransport for Wales4h • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, November 18, 2026

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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesTransport for Wales4h 1m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesTransport for Wales4h 25m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesTransport for Wales3h 57m • 2 changes
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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesTransport for Wales4h • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Pontypridd 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.

Map of how to get from Pontypridd to Machynlleth.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 178.4 mi
  • Duration: 4h 49m

What companies run services between Pontypridd, Wales and Machynlleth, Wales?

You can take a train from Pontypridd to Machynlleth via Cardiff Central and Shrewsbury in around 5h 12m.

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