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

The cheapest way to get from Machynlleth to Cardiff is to drive which costs £25 - £40 and takes 2h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Machynlleth to Cardiff is to drive which takes 2h 32m and costs £25 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Machynlleth and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Machynlleth to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Clock and arriving at Tresillian Way via Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 3m.

Is there a direct train between Machynlleth and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Machynlleth to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Machynlleth and arriving at Cardiff Central via Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 37m.

How far is it from Machynlleth to Cardiff?

The distance between Machynlleth and Cardiff is 167 miles. The road distance is 103.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Machynlleth to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 3h 37m and costs £45 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 3h 37m to get from Machynlleth to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Machynlleth to Cardiff bus from?

Machynlleth to Cardiff bus services, operated by Mid Wales Travel, depart from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7.

Where do I catch the Machynlleth to Cardiff train from?

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

Train or bus from Machynlleth to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Machynlleth to Cardiff is to train which takes 3h 37m and costs £45 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 6h 3m.

Where does the Machynlleth to Cardiff bus arrive?

Machynlleth to Cardiff bus services, operated by Mid Wales Travel, arrive at Tresillian Way station.

Where does the Machynlleth to Cardiff train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Machynlleth to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Machynlleth to Cardiff is 104 miles. It takes approximately 2h 32m to drive from Machynlleth to Cardiff.

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

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

There are 3 ways to get from Machynlleth to Cardiff 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 / ...
3h 37m
£47–101
Drive 103.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Machynlleth to Cardiff103.2 mi
2h 32m
£26–37
Bus
1. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 to Tresillian WayT1c
6h 3m

Machynlleth to Cardiff by train

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3h 37mAverage Duration

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Distance: 166 mi
Duration: 3h 37m

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

You can take a train from Machynlleth to Cardiff Central via Shrewsbury in around 3h 37m. Alternatively, Mid Wales Travel operates a bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 to Tresillian Way 4 times a week, and the journey takes 4h 15m.

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