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

The cheapest way to get from Macclesfield to Machynlleth is to drive which costs £26 - £40 and takes 2h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Macclesfield to Machynlleth is to drive which takes 2h 19m and costs £26 - £40.

Is there a direct train between Macclesfield and Machynlleth?

No, there is no direct train from Macclesfield to Machynlleth. However, there are services departing from Macclesfield and arriving at Machynlleth via Stockport and Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 7m.

How far is it from Macclesfield to Machynlleth?

The distance between Macclesfield and Machynlleth is 130 miles. The road distance is 105.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Macclesfield to Machynlleth without a car is to train which takes 4h 7m and costs £30 - £70.

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

It takes approximately 4h 7m to get from Macclesfield to Machynlleth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Macclesfield to Machynlleth train from?

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

Train or bus from Macclesfield to Machynlleth?

The best way to get from Macclesfield to Machynlleth is to train which takes 4h 7m and costs £30 - £70. Alternatively, you can line 38 bus and bus, which costs and takes 6h 46m.

Where does the Macclesfield to Machynlleth train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Macclesfield to Machynlleth?

Yes, the driving distance between Macclesfield to Machynlleth is 106 miles. It takes approximately 2h 19m to drive from Macclesfield to Machynlleth.

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

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Where can I stay near Machynlleth?

There are 844+ hotels available in Machynlleth.

Macclesfield to Machynlleth - 4 ways to travel via train, line 38 bus, and bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Stockport to ShrewsburyManchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to MachynllethBirmingham International - Aberystwyth / ...
4h 7m
£34–65
Drive 105 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Macclesfield to Machynlleth105 mi
2h 19m
£27–38
Line 38 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Railway Station38
2. Take the bus from Wrexham Bus Station 5 to Eldon Square 1T3 / ...
6h 46m
Line 38 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Railway Station38
2. Take the train from Crewe to Shrewsbury
3. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Machynlleth
4h 43m

Macclesfield to Machynlleth by train

83Weekly Trains

4h 7mAverage Duration

£34Cheapest Price

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Distance: 129.5 mi
Duration: 4h 7m

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

You can take a train from Macclesfield to Machynlleth via Stockport and Shrewsbury in around 4h 7m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Clock via Railway Station, Crewe, Chester, Railway Station, Wrexham Bus Station 5, and Eldon Square 1 in around 6h 46m.

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