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

The cheapest way to get from Chester to Machynlleth is to drive which costs £17 - £26 and takes 1h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chester to Machynlleth is to drive which takes 1h 34m and costs £17 - £26.

Is there a direct bus between Chester and Machynlleth?

No, there is no direct bus from Chester to Machynlleth. However, there are services departing from Grosvenor Street and arriving at Clock via Wrexham Bus Station 5 and Coleg Meirion Dwyfor. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 4m.

Is there a direct train between Chester and Machynlleth?

No, there is no direct train from Chester to Machynlleth. However, there are services departing from Chester and arriving at Machynlleth via Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 5m.

How far is it from Chester to Machynlleth?

The distance between Chester and Machynlleth is 103 miles. The road distance is 70.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chester to Machynlleth without a car is to train which takes 3h 5m and costs £19 - £35.

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

It takes approximately 3h 5m to get from Chester to Machynlleth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chester to Machynlleth bus from?

Chester to Machynlleth bus services, operated by Lloyd's Coaches, depart from Wrexham Bus Station 5.

Where do I catch the Chester to Machynlleth train from?

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

Train or bus from Chester to Machynlleth?

The best way to get from Chester to Machynlleth is to train which takes 3h 5m and costs £19 - £35. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 5h 4m.

Where does the Chester to Machynlleth bus arrive?

Chester to Machynlleth bus services, operated by Lloyd's Coaches, arrive at Coleg Meirion Dwyfor station.

Where does the Chester to Machynlleth train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chester to Machynlleth?

Yes, the driving distance between Chester to Machynlleth is 71 miles. It takes approximately 1h 34m to drive from Chester to Machynlleth.

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

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Where can I stay near Machynlleth?

There are 844+ hotels available in Machynlleth.

Chester to Machynlleth - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Chester to Machynlleth by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Chester to ShrewsburyHolyhead - Birmingham International / ...
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to MachynllethBirmingham International - Aberystwyth / ...
3h 5m
£19–34
Drive 70.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Chester to Machynlleth70.1 mi
1h 34m
£18–26
Bus
1. Take the bus from Wrexham Bus Station 5 to Coleg Meirion DwyforT3 / ...
2. Take the bus from Coleg Meirion Dwyfor to ClockT2 / ...
5h 4m

Chester to Machynlleth by train

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3h 5mAverage Duration

£19Cheapest Price

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Distance: 102.5 mi
Duration: 3h 5m

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

You can take a train from Chester to Machynlleth via Shrewsbury in around 3h 5m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Grosvenor Street to Clock via Wrexham Bus Station 5 and Coleg Meirion Dwyfor in around 5h 4m.

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