What is the cheapest way to get from Machynlleth to Island of Skye?

The cheapest way to get from Machynlleth to Island of Skye is to train and bus which costs £60 - £240 and takes 13h 55m.

What is the fastest way to get from Machynlleth to Island of Skye?

The fastest way to get from Machynlleth to Island of Skye is to drive which takes 9h 41m and costs £120 - £190.

Is there a direct bus between Machynlleth and Island of Skye?

No, there is no direct bus from Machynlleth to Island of Skye. However, there are services departing from Machynlleth Town Clock and arriving at Ferry Road End via Eldon Square 1, Wrexham Bus Station 7, Chester Bus Interchange and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 18h 4m.

How far is it from Machynlleth to Island of Skye?

The distance between Machynlleth and Island of Skye is 538 miles. The road distance is 514.8 miles.

How do I travel from Machynlleth to Island of Skye without a car?

The best way to get from Machynlleth to Island of Skye without a car is to train and bus which takes 13h 55m and costs £60 - £240.

How long does it take to get from Machynlleth to Island of Skye?

It takes approximately 13h 55m to get from Machynlleth to Island of Skye, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Machynlleth to Island of Skye bus from?

Machynlleth to Island of Skye bus services, operated by Lloyd's Coaches, depart from Eldon Square 1 station.

Where does the Machynlleth to Island of Skye bus arrive?

Machynlleth to Island of Skye bus services, operated by Lloyd's Coaches, arrive at Wrexham Bus Station 5.

Can I drive from Machynlleth to Island of Skye?

Yes, the driving distance between Machynlleth to Island of Skye is 515 miles. It takes approximately 9h 41m to drive from Machynlleth to Island of Skye.

Where can I stay near Island of Skye?

There are 389+ hotels available in Island of Skye.

Machynlleth to Island of Skye - 10 ways to travel via train, bus, car

There are 10 ways to get from Machynlleth to Island of Skye by train, bus, car, plane, or ferry

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Machynlleth to Shrewsbury
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Crewe
3. Take the train from Crewe to Glasgow Central
4. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Ferry Road End915
13h 55m
£64–236
Train, bus via Inverness
1. Take the train from Machynlleth to Shrewsbury
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Crewe
3. Take the train from Crewe to Haymarket
4. Take the train from Haymarket to Inverness
5. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Ferry Road End917
15h 8m
£104–249
Drive 511.8 mi
1. Drive from Machynlleth to Portree511.8 mi
9h 41m
£126–182
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport, bus, train, ferry
1. Take the train from Machynlleth to Birmingham International
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)BHX - GLA
3. Take the bus from Terminal Building to Public Toilets
4. Take the train from Crianlarich to Mallaig
5. Take the ferry from Mallaig to Armadale Ferry Terminal
13h 2m
£106–229
Train, bus 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 Glasgow Central
4. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Ferry Road End915
14h 44m
£83–211
Bus
1. Take the bus from Eldon Square 1 to Wrexham Bus Station 5T3 / ...
2. Take the bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Buchanan Bus Station830
3. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Ferry Road End915
18h 4m
Train, train to Manchester Airport, fly to Inverness Dalcross Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Machynlleth to Shrewsbury
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Wilmslow
3. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV)MAN - INV
4. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Ferry Road End
11h 37m
£141–284
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, bus, train
1. Take the train from Machynlleth to Birmingham International
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)BHX - EDI
3. Take the bus from Airport to Leonard Street
4. Take the train from Perth to Inverness
5. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Ferry Road End
13h 49m
Train, bus to Bristol Airport, fly to Inverness Dalcross Airport, bus
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 Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV)BRS - INV
5. Take the bus from Bus Station Stance 3 to Ferry Road End
12h 42m
£112–320
Train, bus to Bristol Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport, bus, ferry
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 Glasgow Airport (GLA)BRS - GLA
5. Take the bus from Terminal Building to Public Toilets
6. Take the train from Crianlarich to Mallaig
7. Take the ferry from Mallaig to Armadale Ferry Terminal
15h 24m
£115–291

Machynlleth to Island of Skye by train, foot, and bus

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13h 55mAverage Duration

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Distance: 534.7 mi
Duration: 13h 55m

What companies run services between Machynlleth, Wales and Island of Skye, Highland, Scotland?

You can take a bus from Machynlleth Town Clock to Ferry Road End via Eldon Square 1, Wrexham Bus Station 7, Railway Station, Chester Bus Interchange, and Buchanan Bus Station in around 18h 4m.

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