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 36m.

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 36m and costs £45 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 6h 36m 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?

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Where can I stay near Machynlleth?

There are 840+ hotels available in Machynlleth.

Edinburgh to Machynlleth - 7 ways to travel via train, car, plane, and bus

There are 7 ways to get from Edinburgh to Machynlleth by train, car, plane, or bus

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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 36m
£47–185
Drive 299.5 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Machynlleth299.5 mi
5h 41m
£74–107
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 24m
£60–140
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 18m
£57–140
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 13m
£65–205
Fly Edinburgh Airport to Bristol Airport, bus, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Bristol Airport (BRS)EDI - BRS
2. Take the bus from Airport Bus Station to Queensway Q1
3. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Shrewsbury
4. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Machynlleth
8h 24m
£80–216
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
£118–298

Edinburgh to Machynlleth by train

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6h 36mAverage Duration

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Distance: 333.8 mi
Duration: 6h 36m

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You can take a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Machynlleth via Crewe and Shrewsbury in around 6h 36m.

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