What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff Central Station to Machynlleth?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff Central Station to Machynlleth is to drive which costs £26 - £40 and takes 2h 35m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff Central Station to Machynlleth?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff Central Station to Machynlleth is to drive which takes 2h 35m and costs £26 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff Central Station and Machynlleth?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff Central Station to Machynlleth. However, there are services departing from Tresillian Way and arriving at Machynlleth Town Clock via Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 23m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff Central Station and Machynlleth?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff Central Station to Machynlleth. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Machynlleth via Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 11m.

How far is it from Cardiff Central Station to Machynlleth?

The distance between Cardiff Central Station and Machynlleth is 167 miles. The road distance is 104.7 miles.

How do I travel from Cardiff Central Station to Machynlleth without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff Central Station to Machynlleth without a car is to train which takes 4h 11m and costs £30 - £80.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff Central Station to Machynlleth?

It takes approximately 4h 11m to get from Cardiff Central Station to Machynlleth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff Central Station to Machynlleth bus from?

Cardiff Central Station to Machynlleth bus services, operated by Mid Wales Travel, depart from Tresillian Way station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff Central Station to Machynlleth train from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff Central Station to Machynlleth?

The best way to get from Cardiff Central Station to Machynlleth is to train which takes 4h 11m and costs £30 - £80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 5h 23m.

Where does the Cardiff Central Station to Machynlleth bus arrive?

Cardiff Central Station to Machynlleth bus services, operated by Mid Wales Travel, arrive at Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7.

Where does the Cardiff Central Station to Machynlleth train arrive?

Cardiff Central Station to Machynlleth train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Shrewsbury station.

Can I drive from Cardiff Central Station to Machynlleth?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff Central Station to Machynlleth is 105 miles. It takes approximately 2h 35m to drive from Cardiff Central Station to Machynlleth.

How do I get a train ticket from Cardiff Central Station to Machynlleth?

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Cardiff Central Station to Machynlleth - 4 ways to travel via train, and bus

There are 4 ways to get from Cardiff Central Station 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 11m
£35–76
Drive 104.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cardiff Central Station to Machynlleth104.1 mi
2h 35m
£27–38
Bus
1. Take the bus from Tresillian Way to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7T1c
5h 23m
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 23m

Cardiff Central Station to Machynlleth by train

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Distance: 166 mi
Duration: 4h 11m

What companies run services between Cardiff Central Station, Wales and Machynlleth, Wales?

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Machynlleth via Shrewsbury in around 4h 11m. 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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