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

The cheapest way to get from Carlisle to Machynlleth is to drive which costs £50 - £80 and takes 3h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Carlisle to Machynlleth is to drive which takes 3h 54m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Carlisle and Machynlleth?

No, there is no direct bus from Carlisle station to Machynlleth. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Wynnstay Arms Hotel via Birmingham Coach Station and Newtown Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 53m.

Is there a direct train between Carlisle and Machynlleth?

No, there is no direct train from Carlisle to Machynlleth. However, there are services departing from Carlisle and arriving at Machynlleth via Crewe and Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 23m.

How far is it from Carlisle to Machynlleth?

The distance between Carlisle and Machynlleth is 234 miles. The road distance is 209 miles.

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

The best way to get from Carlisle to Machynlleth without a car is to train which takes 5h 23m and costs £30 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 5h 23m to get from Carlisle to Machynlleth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carlisle to Machynlleth bus from?

Carlisle to Machynlleth bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Carlisle to Machynlleth train from?

Carlisle to Machynlleth train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Carlisle station.

Train or bus from Carlisle to Machynlleth?

The best way to get from Carlisle to Machynlleth is to train which takes 5h 23m and costs £30 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 10h 53m.

Where does the Carlisle to Machynlleth bus arrive?

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

Where does the Carlisle to Machynlleth train arrive?

Carlisle to Machynlleth train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Crewe station.

Can I drive from Carlisle to Machynlleth?

Yes, the driving distance between Carlisle to Machynlleth is 209 miles. It takes approximately 3h 54m to drive from Carlisle to Machynlleth.

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

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Where can I stay near Machynlleth?

There are 840+ hotels available in Machynlleth.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Carlisle to Crewe
2. Take the train from Crewe to Shrewsbury
3. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Machynlleth
5h 23m
£34–115
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Station181 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Newtown Bus Station Stand 2409
3. Take the bus from Newtown Bus Station to Wynnstay Arms HotelX85
10h 53m
Drive 207.8 mi
1. Drive from Carlisle to Machynlleth207.8 mi
3h 54m
£53–76
Steam train, bus
1. Take the train from Carlisle to ChesterThe Dalesman West
2. Take the bus from Wrexham Bus Station 5 to Coleg Meirion DwyforT3 / ...
9h 50m

Carlisle to Machynlleth by train

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5h 23mAverage Duration

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Distance: 233.1 mi
Duration: 5h 23m

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

You can take a train from Carlisle to Machynlleth via Crewe and Shrewsbury in around 5h 23m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Wynnstay Arms Hotel via Birmingham Coach Station and Newtown Bus Station in around 10h 53m.

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