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

The cheapest way to get from Leicester to Machynlleth is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Leicester to Machynlleth is to drive which takes 2h 47m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Leicester and Machynlleth?

No, there is no direct bus from Leicester station to Machynlleth. However, there are services departing from St Margaret's Bus Station and arriving at Wynnstay Arms Hotel via Birmingham Coach Station and Newtown Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 9m.

Is there a direct train between Leicester and Machynlleth?

No, there is no direct train from Leicester to Machynlleth. However, there are services departing from Leicester and arriving at Machynlleth via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 8m.

How far is it from Leicester to Machynlleth?

The distance between Leicester and Machynlleth is 143 miles. The road distance is 134.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Leicester to Machynlleth without a car is to train which takes 4h 8m and costs £26 - £65.

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

It takes approximately 4h 8m to get from Leicester to Machynlleth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leicester to Machynlleth bus from?

Leicester to Machynlleth bus services, operated by National Express, depart from St Margaret's Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Leicester to Machynlleth train from?

Leicester to Machynlleth train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Leicester station.

Train or bus from Leicester to Machynlleth?

The best way to get from Leicester to Machynlleth is to train which takes 4h 8m and costs £26 - £65. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 7h 9m.

Where does the Leicester to Machynlleth bus arrive?

Leicester to Machynlleth bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Leicester to Machynlleth train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Leicester to Machynlleth?

Yes, the driving distance between Leicester to Machynlleth is 135 miles. It takes approximately 2h 47m to drive from Leicester to Machynlleth.

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

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Where can I stay near Machynlleth?

There are 835+ hotels available in Machynlleth.

Leicester to Machynlleth - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Leicester to Machynlleth by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Leicester to Birmingham New StreetStansted Airport - Birmingham New Street / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to MachynllethBirmingham International - Aberystwyth / ...
4h 8m
£26–62
Bus
1. Take the bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Station777 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Newtown Bus Station Stand 2409
3. Take the bus from Newtown Bus Station to Wynnstay Arms HotelX85
7h 9m
Drive 133.9 mi
1. Drive from Leicester to Machynlleth133.9 mi
2h 47m
£33–48

Leicester to Machynlleth by train

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4h 8mAverage Duration

£26Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Leicester to Machynlleth.

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Distance: 142.2 mi
Duration: 4h 8m

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

You can take a train from Leicester to Machynlleth via Birmingham New Street in around 4h 8m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from St Margaret's Bus Station to Wynnstay Arms Hotel via Birmingham Coach Station and Newtown Bus Station in around 7h 9m.

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