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

The cheapest way to get from Chippenham to Machynlleth is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 3h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chippenham to Machynlleth is to drive which takes 3h 8m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Chippenham and Machynlleth?

No, there is no direct bus from Chippenham to Machynlleth. However, there are services departing from Town Bridge and arriving at Machynlleth Town Clock via Sarn Odeon and Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 19m.

Is there a direct train between Chippenham and Machynlleth?

No, there is no direct train from Chippenham to Machynlleth. However, there are services departing from Chippenham and arriving at Machynlleth via Swindon, Newport (S Wales) and Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 41m.

How far is it from Chippenham to Machynlleth?

The distance between Chippenham and Machynlleth is 228 miles. The road distance is 132.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chippenham to Machynlleth without a car is to train which takes 5h 41m and costs £70 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 5h 41m to get from Chippenham to Machynlleth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chippenham to Machynlleth bus from?

Chippenham to Machynlleth bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Town Bridge station.

Where do I catch the Chippenham to Machynlleth train from?

Chippenham to Machynlleth train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Swindon station.

Train or bus from Chippenham to Machynlleth?

The best way to get from Chippenham to Machynlleth is to train which takes 5h 41m and costs £70 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 8h 19m.

Where does the Chippenham to Machynlleth bus arrive?

Chippenham to Machynlleth bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Sarn Odeon station.

Where does the Chippenham to Machynlleth train arrive?

Chippenham to Machynlleth train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Newport (S Wales) station.

Can I drive from Chippenham to Machynlleth?

Yes, the driving distance between Chippenham to Machynlleth is 132 miles. It takes approximately 3h 8m to drive from Chippenham to Machynlleth.

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

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Where can I stay near Machynlleth?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Swindon to Newport (S Wales)
2. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Shrewsbury
3. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Machynlleth
5h 41m
£74–162
Drive 131.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Chippenham to Machynlleth131.7 mi
3h 8m
£33–48
Bus
1. Take the bus from Town Bridge to Sarn Odeon804
2. Take the bus from Sarn Odeon to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7T1c
8h 19m
Train via Bristol
1. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Newport (S Wales)
2. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Shrewsbury
3. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Machynlleth
5h 42m
£62–148
Bus via Bristol Airport (BRS)
1. Take the bus from Airport Bus Station to Kingsway GD
2. Take the bus from Merthyr Bus Station Stand 2 to Newtown Bus Station Stand 2T4
3. Take the bus from Newtown Bus Station to Wynnstay Arms HotelX85
10h 53m

Chippenham to Machynlleth by train

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5h 41mAverage Duration

£74Cheapest Price

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Distance: 227 mi
Duration: 5h 41m

What companies run services between Chippenham, Wiltshire, England and Machynlleth, Wales?

You can take a train from Chippenham to Machynlleth via Swindon, Newport (S Wales), and Shrewsbury in around 5h 41m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Town Bridge to Machynlleth Town Clock via Sarn Odeon and Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4 in around 8h 19m.

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