What is the cheapest way to get from Aberdeen to Machynlleth?

The cheapest way to get from Aberdeen to Machynlleth is to drive which costs £100 - £160 and takes 7h 31m.

What is the fastest way to get from Aberdeen to Machynlleth?

The fastest way to get from Aberdeen to Machynlleth is to fly and train which takes 6h 17m and costs £100 - £270.

Is there a direct bus between Aberdeen and Machynlleth?

No, there is no direct bus from Aberdeen station to Machynlleth. However, there are services departing from Union Square Bus Station and arriving at Wynnstay Arms Hotel via Meadowhall Interchange/A2, Birmingham Coach Station and Newtown Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 17h 19m.

Is there a direct train between Aberdeen and Machynlleth?

No, there is no direct train from Aberdeen to Machynlleth. However, there are services departing from Aberdeen and arriving at Machynlleth via Haymarket, Crewe and Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 45m.

How far is it from Aberdeen to Machynlleth?

The distance between Aberdeen and Machynlleth is 462 miles. The road distance is 421.1 miles.

How do I travel from Aberdeen to Machynlleth without a car?

The best way to get from Aberdeen to Machynlleth without a car is to train which takes 9h 45m and costs £65 - £280.

How long does it take to get from Aberdeen to Machynlleth?

It takes approximately 9h 45m to get from Aberdeen to Machynlleth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Aberdeen to Machynlleth bus from?

Aberdeen to Machynlleth bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Union Square Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Aberdeen to Machynlleth train from?

Aberdeen to Machynlleth train services, operated by ScotRail, depart from Aberdeen station.

Train or bus from Aberdeen to Machynlleth?

The best way to get from Aberdeen to Machynlleth is to train which takes 9h 45m and costs £65 - £280. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 17h 19m.

Where does the Aberdeen to Machynlleth bus arrive?

Aberdeen to Machynlleth bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Meadowhall Interchange/B1 station.

Where does the Aberdeen to Machynlleth train arrive?

Aberdeen to Machynlleth train services, operated by ScotRail, arrive at Haymarket station.

Can I drive from Aberdeen to Machynlleth?

Yes, the driving distance between Aberdeen to Machynlleth is 421 miles. It takes approximately 7h 31m to drive from Aberdeen to Machynlleth.

How do I get a train ticket from Aberdeen to Machynlleth?

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Where can I stay near Machynlleth?

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Aberdeen to Machynlleth - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 9 ways to get from Aberdeen to Machynlleth by train, bus, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
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1. Take the train from Aberdeen to Haymarket
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Crewe
3. Take the train from Crewe to Shrewsbury
4. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Machynlleth
9h 45m
£65–274
Bus
1. Take the bus from Union Square Bus Station to Meadowhall Interchange/B1
2. Take the bus from Meadowhall Interchange/A2 to Birmingham Coach Station131 / ...
3. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Newtown Bus Station Stand 2409
4. Take the bus from Newtown Bus Station to Wynnstay Arms HotelX85
17h 19m
Drive 418.7 mi
1. Drive from Aberdeen to Machynlleth418.7 mi
7h 31m
£105–152
Fly Aberdeen Airport to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Fly from Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)ABZ - BHX
2. Take the train from Birmingham International to Machynlleth
6h 17m
£100–268
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Adelphi to Haymarket StationE1
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Manchester Piccadilly
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Shrewsbury
4. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Machynlleth
11h 43m
Fly Aberdeen Airport to Manchester Airport, train
1. Fly from Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) to Manchester Airport (MAN)ABZ - MAN
2. Take the train from Wilmslow to Shrewsbury
3. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Machynlleth
7h 24m
£102–235
Train to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Take the train from Aberdeen to Haymarket
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)EDI - BHX
3. Take the train from Birmingham International to Machynlleth
8h 32m
£65–249
Fly Aberdeen Airport to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Fly from Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)ABZ - LHR
2. Take the train from London Euston to Birmingham New Street
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Machynlleth
8h 29m
£118–402
Fly Aberdeen Airport to Bristol Airport, bus, train
1. Fly from Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) to Bristol Airport (BRS)ABZ - BRS
2. Take the bus from Public Transport Interchange to Kingsway K14
3. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Shrewsbury
4. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Machynlleth
8h 50m
£133–355

Aberdeen to Machynlleth by train

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Distance: 459.4 mi
Duration: 9h 45m

What companies run services between Aberdeen, Scotland and Machynlleth, Wales?

You can take a train from Aberdeen to Machynlleth via Haymarket, Crewe, and Shrewsbury in around 9h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Union Square Bus Station to Wynnstay Arms Hotel via Meadowhall Interchange/B1, Meadowhall Interchange/A2, Birmingham Coach Station, and Newtown Bus Station in around 17h 19m.

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