The average train between Swindon and Machynlleth takes 4h 48m and the fastest train takes 4h. The train service runs several times per day from Swindon 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 Swindon and Machynlleth. The earliest departure is at 12:01 AM at night, and the last departure from Swindon is at 10:41 PM which arrives into Machynlleth at 8:41 AM. All services require a transfer at Newport (S Wales) and take an average of 4h 48m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Swindon 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 Swindon to Machynlleth. However, there are services departing from Swindon station and arriving at Machynlleth station via Newport (S Wales). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 48m.
Swindon to Machynlleth train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Swindon station.
Swindon to Machynlleth train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Machynlleth station.
Book your Swindon to Machynlleth train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR) and Transport for Wales.
The distance between Swindon and Machynlleth is 182.2 km. The road distance is 339 km.
You can take a train from Swindon to Machynlleth via Newport (S Wales) and Shrewsbury in around 5h 7m.