The average train between Port Talbot and Tywyn takes 6h 28m and the fastest train takes 5h 6m. The train service runs several times per day from Port Talbot 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 Port Talbot and Tywyn. The earliest departure is at 5:58 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Port Talbot is at 6:56 PM which arrives into Tywyn at 9:22 AM. All services require a transfer at Shrewsbury and take an average of 6h 28m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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6h 9m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Port Talbot 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 Port Talbot to Tywyn. However, there are services departing from Port Talbot station and arriving at Tywyn station via Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 28m.
Port Talbot to Tywyn train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Port Talbot Parkway station.
Port Talbot to Tywyn train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Machynlleth station.
Book your Port Talbot to Tywyn train tickets online with Transport for Wales.
The distance between Port Talbot and Tywyn is 112.1 km. The road distance is 340 km.
You can take a train from Port Talbot Parkway to Tywyn via Shrewsbury and Machynlleth in around 6h 24m.