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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Machynlleth is to drive which costs £70 - £110 and takes 5h 41m.

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 41m 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 34m.

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 34m and costs £45 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 6h 34m 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 41m to drive from Edinburgh to Machynlleth.

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

Book your Edinburgh to Machynlleth train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Machynlleth?

There are 837+ 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 Crewe
2. Take the train from Crewe to Shrewsbury
3. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Machynlleth
6h 34m
£48–184
Drive 299.5 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Machynlleth299.5 mi
5h 41m
£73–106
Fly Edinburgh Airport to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)EDI - BHX
2. Take the train from Birmingham International to Machynlleth
6h 26m
£54–170
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Manchester Piccadilly
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Shrewsbury
3. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Machynlleth
7h 15m
£73–131
Train to Glasgow Airport, fly to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Glasgow Queen Street
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)GLA - BHX
3. Take the train from Birmingham International to Machynlleth
7h 10m
£61–235
Fly Edinburgh Airport to Bristol Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Bristol Airport (BRS)EDI - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Newport (S Wales)
3. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Shrewsbury
4. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Machynlleth
8h 32m
£84–194
Fly Edinburgh Airport to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)EDI - LHR
2. Take the train from London Euston to Birmingham New Street
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Machynlleth
8h 39m
£110–368
Fly Edinburgh Airport to Cardiff Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)EDI - CWL
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Shrewsbury
3. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Machynlleth
9h 1m
£122–288

Edinburgh to Machynlleth by train

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6h 34mAverage Duration

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Distance: 333.8 mi
Duration: 6h 34m

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 34m.

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