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

The cheapest way to get from Machynlleth to Aberdare is to drive which costs £20 - £30 and takes 2h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Machynlleth to Aberdare is to drive which takes 2h 10m and costs £20 - £30.

Is there a direct bus between Machynlleth and Aberdare?

No, there is no direct bus from Machynlleth to Aberdare. However, there are services departing from Clock and arriving at Little Theatre via Newtown Bus Station Stand 2 and Merthyr Bus Station Stand 13. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 17m.

Is there a direct train between Machynlleth and Aberdare?

No, there is no direct train from Machynlleth to Aberdare. However, there are services departing from Machynlleth and arriving at Aberdare via Shrewsbury and Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 4m.

How far is it from Machynlleth to Aberdare?

The distance between Machynlleth and Aberdare is 190 miles. The road distance is 84.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Machynlleth to Aberdare without a car is to train which takes 5h 4m and costs £50 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 5h 4m to get from Machynlleth to Aberdare, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Machynlleth to Aberdare bus from?

Machynlleth to Aberdare bus services, operated by Tanat Valley Coaches, depart from Clock station.

Where do I catch the Machynlleth to Aberdare train from?

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

Train or bus from Machynlleth to Aberdare?

The best way to get from Machynlleth to Aberdare is to train which takes 5h 4m and costs £50 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 5h 17m.

Where does the Machynlleth to Aberdare bus arrive?

Machynlleth to Aberdare bus services, operated by Tanat Valley Coaches, arrive at Newtown Bus Station.

Where does the Machynlleth to Aberdare train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Machynlleth to Aberdare?

Yes, the driving distance between Machynlleth to Aberdare is 85 miles. It takes approximately 2h 10m to drive from Machynlleth to Aberdare.

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

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Where can I stay near Aberdare?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Machynlleth to Shrewsbury
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Cardiff Central
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Aberdare
5h 4m
£52–107
Drive 84.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Machynlleth to Aberdare84.1 mi
2h 10m
£21–30
Bus
1. Take the bus from Clock to Newtown Bus StationX85
2. Take the bus from Newtown Bus Station Stand 2 to Merthyr Bus Station Stand 7T4
5h 17m

Machynlleth to Aberdare by train

84Weekly Trains

5h 4mAverage Duration

£52Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Machynlleth to Aberdare.

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Distance: 188.9 mi
Duration: 5h 4m

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

You can take a train from Machynlleth to Aberdare via Shrewsbury and Cardiff Central in around 5h 4m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Clock to Little Theatre via Newtown Bus Station Stand 2 and Merthyr Bus Station Stand 13 in around 5h 17m.

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