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

The cheapest way to get from Machynlleth to Exeter is to drive which costs £45 - £70 and takes 4h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Machynlleth to Exeter is to drive which takes 4h 1m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct train between Machynlleth and Exeter?

No, there is no direct train from Machynlleth to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Machynlleth and arriving at Exeter St Davids via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 42m.

How far is it from Machynlleth to Exeter?

The distance between Machynlleth and Exeter is 269 miles. The road distance is 186.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Machynlleth to Exeter without a car is to train which takes 5h 42m and costs £50 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 5h 42m to get from Machynlleth to Exeter, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Machynlleth to Exeter bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Machynlleth to Exeter train from?

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

Train or bus from Machynlleth to Exeter?

The best way to get from Machynlleth to Exeter is to train which takes 5h 42m and costs £50 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus via Bristol, which costs and takes 9h 30m.

Where does the Machynlleth to Exeter bus arrive?

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

Where does the Machynlleth to Exeter train arrive?

Machynlleth to Exeter train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Machynlleth to Exeter?

Yes, the driving distance between Machynlleth to Exeter is 187 miles. It takes approximately 4h 1m to drive from Machynlleth to Exeter.

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

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Machynlleth to Exeter - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

Q: Is there a direct bus between Machynlleth and Exeter?

No, there is no direct bus from Machynlleth to Exeter. However, there are services departing from Clock and arriving at Bampfylde Street via Newtown Bus Station Stand 2, Merthyr Bus Station Stand 8, Kingsway GD and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 30m.

There are 5 ways to get from Machynlleth to Exeter by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Machynlleth to Birmingham New StreetAberystwyth - Birmingham International / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Exeter St DavidsEdinburgh - Plymouth / ...
5h 42m
£54–167
Drive 185.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Machynlleth to Exeter185.9 mi
4h 1m
£47–68
Bus via Bristol
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
3. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to Bus Station
4. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bampfylde Street
9h 30m
Train via Cardiff
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 Exeter St Davids
7h 11m
£79–162
Bus
1. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 to Tresillian WayT1c
2. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Bampfylde StreetCp5
9h 58m

Machynlleth to Exeter by train

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5h 42mAverage Duration

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Distance: 267.4 mi
Duration: 5h 42m

What companies run services between Machynlleth, Wales and Exeter, England?

You can take a train from Machynlleth to Exeter St Davids via Birmingham New Street in around 5h 42m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Clock to Bampfylde Street via Newtown Bus Station Stand 2, Merthyr Bus Station Stand 8, Greyfriars Road Stop GJ, Kingsway GD, and Bus Station in around 9h 30m.

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