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

The cheapest way to get from Machynlleth to Caerphilly is to drive which costs £23 - £35 and takes 2h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Machynlleth to Caerphilly is to drive which takes 2h 26m and costs £23 - £35.

Is there a direct train between Machynlleth and Caerphilly?

No, there is no direct train from Machynlleth to Caerphilly. However, there are services departing from Machynlleth and arriving at Caerphilly via Shrewsbury and Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 6m.

How far is it from Machynlleth to Caerphilly?

The distance between Machynlleth and Caerphilly is 175 miles. The road distance is 97.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Machynlleth to Caerphilly without a car is to train which takes 4h 6m and costs £45 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 4h 6m to get from Machynlleth to Caerphilly, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Machynlleth to Caerphilly train from?

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

Train or bus from Machynlleth to Caerphilly?

The best way to get from Machynlleth to Caerphilly is to train which takes 4h 6m and costs £45 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus via Newtown, which costs and takes 6h 17m.

Where does the Machynlleth to Caerphilly train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Machynlleth to Caerphilly?

Yes, the driving distance between Machynlleth to Caerphilly is 97 miles. It takes approximately 2h 26m to drive from Machynlleth to Caerphilly.

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

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Where can I stay near Caerphilly?

There are 1655+ hotels available in Caerphilly.

Machynlleth to Caerphilly - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Machynlleth to ShrewsburyAberystwyth - Birmingham International / ...
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Cardiff CentralManchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
4h 6m
£47–111
Drive 96.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Machynlleth to Caerphilly96.6 mi
2h 26m
£24–35
Bus via Newtown
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
6h 17m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 to Tresillian WayT1c
6h 31m

Machynlleth to Caerphilly by train

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4h 6mAverage Duration

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Distance: 173.8 mi
Duration: 4h 6m

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

You can take a train from Machynlleth to Caerphilly via Shrewsbury and Cardiff Central in around 4h 6m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Clock to Caerphilly Library / The Twyn via Newtown Bus Station Stand 2, Merthyr Bus Station Stand 7, Merthyr Tydfil, Pontypridd, and Railway Station South E5 in around 6h 17m.

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