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

The cheapest way to get from Holyhead to Machynlleth is to drive which costs £20 - £30 and takes 1h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Holyhead to Machynlleth is to drive which takes 1h 49m and costs £20 - £30.

Is there a direct train between Holyhead and Machynlleth?

No, there is no direct train from Holyhead to Machynlleth. However, there are services departing from Holyhead and arriving at Machynlleth via Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 6m.

How far is it from Holyhead to Machynlleth?

The distance between Holyhead and Machynlleth is 112 miles. The road distance is 84.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Holyhead to Machynlleth without a car is to train which takes 5h 6m and costs £60 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 3h 38m to get from Holyhead to Machynlleth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Holyhead to Machynlleth train from?

Holyhead to Machynlleth train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Holyhead station.

Where does the Holyhead to Machynlleth train arrive?

Holyhead to Machynlleth train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Shrewsbury station.

Can I drive from Holyhead to Machynlleth?

Yes, the driving distance between Holyhead to Machynlleth is 84 miles. It takes approximately 1h 49m to drive from Holyhead to Machynlleth.

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

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Where can I stay near Machynlleth?

There are 861+ hotels available in Machynlleth.

Holyhead to Machynlleth - 4 ways to travel via train, line 12 bus, car, and bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Holyhead to Machynlleth by bus, car, or train

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Line 12 bus, drive
best
1. Take the bus from Caernarfon Bus Station Stand C to Pwllheli Bus Station Stand Cbus 12
2. Drive from Pwllheli Bus Station Stand C to Machynllethcar
3h 38m
Drive 83.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Holyhead to Machynllethcar 83.7 mi
1h 49m
£21–30
Train
1. Take the train from Holyhead to Shrewsburytrain Holyhead - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Machynllethtrain Birmingham International - Aberystwyth / ...
5h 6m
£63–103
Train, bus, line 12 bus
1. Take the train from Holyhead to Bangor (Gwynedd)train
2. Take the bus from Bangor Railway Station H to Caernarfon Bus Station Stand Abus 5C
3. Take the bus from Caernarfon Bus Station Stand C to Pwllheli Bus Station Stand Cbus 12
4. Take the train from Pwllheli to Machynllethtrain
5h 45m

Holyhead to Machynlleth by train

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Distance: 110.9 mi
Duration: 3h 38m

What companies run services between Holyhead, Wales and Machynlleth, Wales?

You can take a train from Holyhead to Machynlleth via Shrewsbury in around 5h 6m.

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