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 - £25 and takes 1h 35m.

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 35m and costs £17 - £25.

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 Eldon Square 1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 56m.

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 6m.

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 6m and costs £17 - £40.

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

It takes approximately 3h 6m 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 6m and costs £17 - £40. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 4h 56m.

Where does the Chester to Machynlleth bus arrive?

Chester to Machynlleth bus services, operated by Lloyd's Coaches, arrive at Eldon Square 1 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 35m 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 835+ 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 Shrewsburytrain Holyhead - Birmingham International / ...
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Machynllethtrain Birmingham International - Aberystwyth / ...
3h 6m
£17–36
Bus
1. Take the bus from Wrexham Bus Station 5 to Eldon Square 1bus T3 / ...
4h 56m
Drive 70.1 mi
1. Drive from Chester to Machynllethcar 70.1 mi
1h 35m
£18–25

Chester to Machynlleth by train

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3h 6mAverage Duration

£17Cheapest Price

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Distance: 102.5 mi
Duration: 3h 6m

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

You can take a train from Chester to Machynlleth via Shrewsbury in around 3h 6m. Alternatively, Lloyd's Coaches operates a bus from Wrexham Bus Station 5 to Eldon Square 1 hourly, and the journey takes 2h 7m.

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