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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Machynlleth is to fly and train which costs £45 - £170 and takes 6h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Machynlleth is to drive which takes 5h 44m and costs £70 - £110.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and Machynlleth?

No, there is no direct train from Edinburgh to Machynlleth. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Machynlleth via Crewe and Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 41m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Machynlleth?

The distance between Edinburgh and Machynlleth is 336 miles. The road distance is 301.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Machynlleth without a car is to train which takes 6h 41m and costs £45 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 6h 41m to get from Edinburgh to Machynlleth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Machynlleth train from?

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

Where does the Edinburgh to Machynlleth train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Machynlleth?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Machynlleth is 301 miles. It takes approximately 5h 44m to drive from Edinburgh to Machynlleth.

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

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Where can I stay near Machynlleth?

There are 838+ hotels available in Machynlleth.

Edinburgh to Machynlleth - 8 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Edinburgh to Machynlleth by train, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Crewetrain
2. Take the train from Crewe to Shrewsburytrain
3. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Machynllethtrain
6h 41m
£45–186
Drive 299.5 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Machynllethcar 299.5 mi
5h 44m
£74–106
Fly Edinburgh Airport to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)plane EDI - BHX
2. Take the train from Birmingham International to Machynllethtrain
6h 26m
£48–170
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Manchester Piccadillytrain
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Shrewsburytrain
3. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Machynllethtrain
7h 22m
£69–131
Train to Glasgow Airport, fly to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Glasgow Queen Streettrain
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)plane GLA - BHX
3. Take the train from Birmingham International to Machynllethtrain
7h 16m
£52–225
Fly Edinburgh Airport to Liverpool, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Liverpool (LPL)plane EDI - LPL
2. Take the train from Liverpool South Parkway to Crewetrain
3. Take the train from Crewe to Shrewsburytrain
4. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Machynllethtrain
9h 7m
£92–266
Fly Edinburgh Airport to Bristol Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane EDI - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Machynllethtrain
8h 20m
£64–214
Fly Edinburgh Airport to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane EDI - LHR
2. Take the train from London Euston to Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Machynllethtrain
8h 39m
£110–378

Edinburgh to Machynlleth by train

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6h 41mAverage Duration

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Distance: 333.8 mi
Duration: 6h 41m

What companies run services between Edinburgh, Scotland and Machynlleth, Wales?

You can take a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Machynlleth via Crewe and Shrewsbury in around 6h 41m.

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