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

The cheapest way to get from Exeter to Machynlleth is to drive which costs £45 - £70 and takes 4h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Exeter to Machynlleth is to drive which takes 4h 1m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Exeter and Machynlleth?

No, there is no direct bus from Exeter to Machynlleth. However, there are services departing from Bampfylde Street and arriving at Wynnstay Arms Hotel via Bus Station, Greyfriars Road Stop GJ, Merthyr Bus Station Stand 2 and Newtown Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 13m.

Is there a direct train between Exeter and Machynlleth?

No, there is no direct train from Exeter to Machynlleth. However, there are services departing from Exeter St Davids and arriving at Machynlleth via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 47m.

How far is it from Exeter to Machynlleth?

The distance between Exeter and Machynlleth is 269 miles. The road distance is 186.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Exeter to Machynlleth without a car is to train which takes 5h 47m and costs £65 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 5h 47m to get from Exeter to Machynlleth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Exeter to Machynlleth bus from?

Exeter to Machynlleth bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Bampfylde Street station.

Where do I catch the Exeter to Machynlleth train from?

Exeter to Machynlleth train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Exeter St Davids station.

Train or bus from Exeter to Machynlleth?

The best way to get from Exeter to Machynlleth is to train which takes 5h 47m and costs £65 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 10h 13m.

Where does the Exeter to Machynlleth bus arrive?

Exeter to Machynlleth bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Exeter to Machynlleth train arrive?

Exeter to Machynlleth train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Exeter to Machynlleth?

Yes, the driving distance between Exeter to Machynlleth is 186 miles. It takes approximately 4h 1m to drive from Exeter to Machynlleth.

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

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Where can I stay near Machynlleth?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Birmingham New StreetPlymouth - Sheffield / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to MachynllethBirmingham International - Aberystwyth / ...
5h 47m
£69–172
Drive 185.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Exeter to Machynlleth185.2 mi
4h 1m
£47–67
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Cardiff CentralExeter St Davids - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the bus from Tresillian Way to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7T1c
8h 49m
Train via Cardiff
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Cardiff Central
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Shrewsbury
3. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Machynlleth
7h 7m
£77–193
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bampfylde Street to Bus Station
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Kingsway GD
3. Take the bus from Merthyr Bus Station Stand 2 to Newtown Bus Station Stand 2T4
4. Take the bus from Newtown Bus Station to Wynnstay Arms HotelX85
10h 13m

Exeter to Machynlleth by train

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Distance: 267.5 mi
Duration: 5h 47m

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

You can take a train from Exeter St Davids to Machynlleth via Birmingham New Street in around 5h 47m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bampfylde Street to Wynnstay Arms Hotel via Bus Station, Kingsway GD, Greyfriars Road Stop GJ, Merthyr Bus Station Stand 2, and Newtown Bus Station in around 10h 13m.

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