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

The cheapest way to get from Cambridge to Machynlleth is to drive which costs £45 - £70 and takes 3h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cambridge to Machynlleth is to drive which takes 3h 35m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Cambridge and Machynlleth?

No, there is no direct bus from Cambridge to Machynlleth. However, there are services departing from Parkside and arriving at Wynnstay Arms Hotel via Birmingham Coach Station and Newtown Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 32m.

Is there a direct train between Cambridge and Machynlleth?

No, there is no direct train from Cambridge to Machynlleth. However, there are services departing from Cambridge and arriving at Machynlleth via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h.

How far is it from Cambridge to Machynlleth?

The distance between Cambridge and Machynlleth is 241 miles. The road distance is 197.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cambridge to Machynlleth without a car is to train which takes 6h and costs £100 - £240.

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

It takes approximately 6h to get from Cambridge to Machynlleth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cambridge to Machynlleth bus from?

Cambridge to Machynlleth bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Parkside station.

Where do I catch the Cambridge to Machynlleth train from?

Cambridge to Machynlleth train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Cambridge station.

Train or bus from Cambridge to Machynlleth?

The best way to get from Cambridge to Machynlleth is to train which takes 6h and costs £100 - £240. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 8h 32m.

Where does the Cambridge to Machynlleth bus arrive?

Cambridge to Machynlleth bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Cambridge to Machynlleth train arrive?

Cambridge to Machynlleth train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Cambridge to Machynlleth?

Yes, the driving distance between Cambridge to Machynlleth is 198 miles. It takes approximately 3h 35m to drive from Cambridge to Machynlleth.

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

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Where can I stay near Machynlleth?

There are 856+ hotels available in Machynlleth.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cambridge to Birmingham New Streettrain Stansted Airport - Birmingham New Street / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Machynllethtrain Birmingham International - Aberystwyth / ...
6h
£105–234
Drive 196.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cambridge to Machynllethcar 196.7 mi
3h 35m
£49–70
Bus
1. Take the bus from Parkside to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 777
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Newtown Bus Station Stand 2bus 409
3. Take the bus from Newtown Bus Station to Wynnstay Arms Hotelbus X85
8h 32m
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Drummer St Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 905
2. Take the train from Milton Keynes Central to Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Machynllethtrain
6h 58m
£66–152

Cambridge to Machynlleth by train

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Distance: 239.3 mi
Duration: 6h

What companies run services between Cambridge, England and Machynlleth, Wales?

You can take a train from Cambridge to Machynlleth via Birmingham New Street in around 6h. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Parkside to Wynnstay Arms Hotel via Birmingham Coach Station and Newtown Bus Station in around 8h 32m.

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