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

The cheapest way to get from Machynlleth to Brecon is to drive which costs £15 - £22 and takes 1h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Machynlleth to Brecon is to drive which takes 1h 39m and costs £15 - £22.

Is there a direct train between Machynlleth and Brecon?

No, there is no direct train from Machynlleth to Brecon. However, there are services departing from Machynlleth and arriving at Abergavenny via Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 31m.

How far is it from Machynlleth to Brecon?

The distance between Machynlleth and Brecon is 157 miles. The road distance is 61.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Machynlleth to Brecon without a car is to train which takes 3h 31m and costs £140 - £200.

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

It takes approximately 3h 31m to get from Machynlleth to Brecon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Machynlleth to Brecon train from?

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

Where does the Machynlleth to Brecon train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Machynlleth to Brecon?

Yes, the driving distance between Machynlleth to Brecon is 62 miles. It takes approximately 1h 39m to drive from Machynlleth to Brecon.

Where can I stay near Brecon?

There are 724+ hotels available in Brecon.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Machynlleth to Shrewsburytrain Aberystwyth - Birmingham International / ...
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Abergavennytrain Holyhead - Cardiff Central / ...
3h 31m
£141–192
Drive 61.5 mi
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1. Drive from Machynlleth to Breconcar 61.5 mi
1h 39m
£16–22
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Machynlleth to Shrewsburytrain
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Herefordtrain
3. Take the bus from Railway Station to Brecon Interchangebus X44
5h 15m

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Distance: 155.9 mi
Duration: 3h 31m

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

You can take a train from Machynlleth to Brecon via Shrewsbury and Abergavenny in around 3h 31m.

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