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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Machynlleth is to bus via Newtown which costs £17 - £23 and takes 6h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Machynlleth is to drive which takes 2h 32m and costs £25 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Machynlleth?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff 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 26m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Machynlleth?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Machynlleth. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Machynlleth via Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 14m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Machynlleth?

The distance between Cardiff and Machynlleth is 167 miles. The road distance is 104 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Machynlleth without a car is to train which takes 4h 14m and costs £55 - £95.

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

It takes approximately 4h 14m to get from Cardiff to Machynlleth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Machynlleth bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Machynlleth train from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Machynlleth?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Machynlleth is to train which takes 4h 14m and costs £55 - £95. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 5h 26m.

Where does the Cardiff to Machynlleth bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cardiff to Machynlleth train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Machynlleth?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Machynlleth is 104 miles. It takes approximately 2h 32m to drive from Cardiff to Machynlleth.

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

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Where can I stay near Machynlleth?

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Cardiff to Machynlleth - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Cardiff to Machynlleth by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Shrewsburytrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Machynllethtrain Birmingham International - Aberystwyth / ...
4h 14m
£56–91
Bus via Newtown
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Greyfriars Road GJ to Merthyr Bus Station 1bus X4
2. Take the bus from Merthyr Bus Station 2 to Newtown Bus Station Stand 2bus T4
3. Take the bus from Newtown Bus Station to Wynnstay Arms Hotelbus X85
6h 35m
£17–23
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Carmarthentrain Bristol Temple Meads - Milford Haven / ...
2. Take the bus from Carmarthen station to Machynlleth Town Clockbus 1
5h 26m
Drive 103.3 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Machynllethcar 103.3 mi
2h 32m
£26–37
Bus
1. Take the bus from Tresillian Way to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7bus T1c
5h 26m

Cardiff to Machynlleth by train

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Distance: 166 mi
Duration: 4h 14m

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

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Machynlleth via Shrewsbury in around 4h 14m. Alternatively, Mid Wales Travel operates a bus from Tresillian Way to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 once daily, and the journey takes 4h 10m.

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