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Pontypridd to Machynlleth trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Pontypridd and Machynlleth takes 4h 48m and the fastest train takes 3h 58m. 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 48m
Duration
178 mi
Distance
£78
Average price
Every 2 hours
Frequency

Train

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  1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Shrewsburytrain train Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
  2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Machynllethtrain train Birmingham International - Aberystwyth / ...
5h 9m
£67–118

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 11:38 PM which arrives into Machynlleth at 8:41 AM. All services require a transfer at Cardiff Central and take an average of 4h 48m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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  • Distance: 178.4 mi
  • Duration: 4h 48m

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 9m.

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