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

The cheapest way to get from Machynlleth to Edinburgh is to drive which costs £75 - £110 and takes 5h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Machynlleth to Edinburgh is to train and fly which takes 5h 23m and costs £55 - £180.

Is there a direct bus between Machynlleth and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct bus from Machynlleth to Edinburgh station. However, there are services departing from Clock and arriving at Edinburgh, Bus Station via Newtown Bus Station Stand 2, Birmingham Coach Station and Leeds City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 56m.

Is there a direct train between Machynlleth and Edinburgh?

No, there is no direct train from Machynlleth to Edinburgh. However, there are services departing from Machynlleth and arriving at Edinburgh Waverley via Shrewsbury and Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 42m.

How far is it from Machynlleth to Edinburgh?

The distance between Machynlleth and Edinburgh is 336 miles. The road distance is 301.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Machynlleth to Edinburgh without a car is to train which takes 6h 42m and costs £45 - £200.

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

It takes approximately 6h 42m to get from Machynlleth to Edinburgh, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Machynlleth to Edinburgh bus from?

Machynlleth to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Lloyd's Coaches, depart from Clock station.

Where do I catch the Machynlleth to Edinburgh train from?

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

Train or bus from Machynlleth to Edinburgh?

The best way to get from Machynlleth to Edinburgh is to train which takes 6h 42m and costs £45 - £200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 12h 56m.

Where does the Machynlleth to Edinburgh bus arrive?

Machynlleth to Edinburgh bus services, operated by Lloyd's Coaches, arrive at Newtown Bus Station.

Where does the Machynlleth to Edinburgh train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Machynlleth to Edinburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Machynlleth to Edinburgh is 301 miles. It takes approximately 5h 42m to drive from Machynlleth to Edinburgh.

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

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Where can I stay near Edinburgh?

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Machynlleth to Edinburgh - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 7 ways to get from Machynlleth to Edinburgh by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Machynlleth to Shrewsbury
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Crewe
3. Take the train from Crewe to Edinburgh Waverley
6h 42m
£49–197
Bus
1. Take the bus from Clock to Newtown Bus StationX85
2. Take the bus from Newtown Bus Station Stand 2 to Birmingham Coach Station409
3. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Leeds City Bus & Coach Station131 / ...
4. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Edinburgh, Bus Station
12h 56m
Drive 299.7 mi
1. Drive from Machynlleth to Edinburgh299.7 mi
5h 42m
£76–109
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the train from Machynlleth to Birmingham International
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)BHX - EDI
5h 23m
£56–174
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Machynlleth to Shrewsbury
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Manchester Piccadilly
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Edinburgh Waverley
7h 27m
£62–152
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Machynlleth to Birmingham International
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)BHX - GLA
3. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Edinburgh Waverley
6h 13m
£60–234
Train, bus to Bristol Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport
1. Take the train from Machynlleth to Shrewsbury
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Newport (S Wales)
3. Take the bus from Queensway Q1 to Airport Bus Station
4. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)BRS - EDI
7h 20m
£81–232

Machynlleth to Edinburgh by train

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Distance: 333.8 mi
Duration: 6h 42m

What companies run services between Machynlleth, Wales and Edinburgh, Scotland?

You can take a train from Machynlleth to Edinburgh Waverley via Shrewsbury and Crewe in around 6h 42m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Clock to Edinburgh, Bus Station via Newtown Bus Station Stand 2, Birmingham Coach Station, Leeds City Bus & Coach Station, and Leeds City Bus Station in around 12h 56m.

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