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

The cheapest way to get from Caerphilly to Machynlleth is to drive which costs £24 - £35 and takes 2h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Caerphilly to Machynlleth is to drive which takes 2h 26m and costs £24 - £35.

Is there a direct train between Caerphilly and Machynlleth?

No, there is no direct train from Caerphilly to Machynlleth. However, there are services departing from Caerphilly and arriving at Machynlleth via Cardiff Central and Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 55m.

How far is it from Caerphilly to Machynlleth?

The distance between Caerphilly and Machynlleth is 175 miles. The road distance is 97.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Caerphilly to Machynlleth without a car is to train which takes 4h 55m and costs £40 - £85.

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

It takes approximately 4h 55m to get from Caerphilly to Machynlleth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Caerphilly to Machynlleth train from?

Caerphilly to Machynlleth train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Caerphilly to Machynlleth?

The best way to get from Caerphilly to Machynlleth is to train which takes 4h 55m and costs £40 - £85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 6h 38m.

Where does the Caerphilly to Machynlleth train arrive?

Caerphilly to Machynlleth train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Shrewsbury station.

Can I drive from Caerphilly to Machynlleth?

Yes, the driving distance between Caerphilly to Machynlleth is 97 miles. It takes approximately 2h 26m to drive from Caerphilly to Machynlleth.

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

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Where can I stay near Machynlleth?

There are 839+ hotels available in Machynlleth.

Caerphilly to Machynlleth - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Caerphilly to Machynlleth by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to ShrewsburyCardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to MachynllethBirmingham International - Aberystwyth / ...
4h 55m
£40–85
Drive 96.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Caerphilly to Machynlleth96.6 mi
2h 26m
£25–35
Bus
1. Take the bus from Tresillian Way to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7T1c
6h 38m
Bus via Newtown
1. Take the bus from Merthyr Bus Station Stand 2 to Newtown Bus Station Stand 2T4
2. Take the bus from Newtown Bus Station to Wynnstay Arms HotelX85
6h 43m

Caerphilly to Machynlleth by train

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4h 55mAverage Duration

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Distance: 173.9 mi
Duration: 4h 55m

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

You can take a train from Caerphilly to Machynlleth via Cardiff Central and Shrewsbury in around 4h 55m. Alternatively, Mid Wales Travel operates a bus from Tresillian Way to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 twice daily, and the journey takes 4h 10m.

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