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

The cheapest way to get from Machynlleth to Looe is to drive which costs £60 - £90 and takes 5h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Machynlleth to Looe is to drive which takes 5h 4m and costs £60 - £90.

How far is it from Machynlleth to Looe?

The distance between Machynlleth and Looe is 346 miles. The road distance is 247.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Machynlleth to Looe without a car is to train which takes 8h 29m and costs £70 - £220.

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

It takes approximately 8h 29m to get from Machynlleth to Looe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Machynlleth to Looe bus from?

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

Train or bus from Machynlleth to Looe?

The best way to get from Machynlleth to Looe is to train which takes 8h 29m and costs £70 - £220. Alternatively, you can bus via Bristol, which costs and takes 12h 49m.

Where does the Machynlleth to Looe bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Machynlleth to Looe?

Yes, the driving distance between Machynlleth to Looe is 248 miles. It takes approximately 5h 4m to drive from Machynlleth to Looe.

Where can I stay near Looe?

There are 2068+ hotels available in Looe.

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

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

No, there is no direct bus from Machynlleth to Looe station. However, there are services departing from Clock and arriving at Fire Station via Newtown Bus Station Stand 2, Merthyr Bus Station Stand 8, Kingsway GD, Bus Station and Pilgrim Primary. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 49m.

There are 5 ways to get from Machynlleth to Looe 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 PlymouthEdinburgh - Plymouth / ...
8h 29m
£70–220
Drive 246.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Machynlleth to Looe246.4 mi
5h 4m
£62–89
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 Plymouth Coach Station
12h 49m
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 Liskeard
9h 59m
£136–283
Bus
1. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 to Tresillian WayT1c
2. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Plymouth Coach StationCp5
13h 9m

Machynlleth to Looe by train and bus

48Weekly Services

8h 29mAverage Duration

£70Cheapest Price

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Distance: 344.5 mi
Duration: 8h 29m

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

You can take a train from Machynlleth to Bridge via Birmingham New Street, Plymouth, Liskeard, and Liskeard station in around 8h 29m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Clock to Fire Station via Newtown Bus Station Stand 2, Merthyr Bus Station Stand 8, Greyfriars Road Stop GJ, Kingsway GD, Bus Station, Plymouth Coach Station, and Pilgrim Primary in around 12h 49m.

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