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

The cheapest way to get from Machynlleth to Pontypridd is to drive which costs £22 - £35 and takes 2h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Machynlleth to Pontypridd is to drive which takes 2h 15m and costs £22 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Machynlleth and Pontypridd?

No, there is no direct bus from Machynlleth to Pontypridd. However, there are services departing from Clock and arriving at Catherine Street E2 via Newtown Bus Station Stand 2 and Merthyr Bus Station Stand 8. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 1m.

Is there a direct train between Machynlleth and Pontypridd?

No, there is no direct train from Machynlleth to Pontypridd. However, there are services departing from Machynlleth and arriving at Pontypridd via Shrewsbury and Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 16m.

How far is it from Machynlleth to Pontypridd?

The distance between Machynlleth and Pontypridd is 179 miles. The road distance is 92.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Machynlleth to Pontypridd without a car is to train which takes 4h 16m and costs £45 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 4h 16m to get from Machynlleth to Pontypridd, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Machynlleth to Pontypridd bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Machynlleth to Pontypridd train from?

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

Train or bus from Machynlleth to Pontypridd?

The best way to get from Machynlleth to Pontypridd is to train which takes 4h 16m and costs £45 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus via Newtown, which costs and takes 6h 1m.

Where does the Machynlleth to Pontypridd bus arrive?

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

Where does the Machynlleth to Pontypridd train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Machynlleth to Pontypridd?

Yes, the driving distance between Machynlleth to Pontypridd is 92 miles. It takes approximately 2h 15m to drive from Machynlleth to Pontypridd.

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

Book your Machynlleth to Pontypridd train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Pontypridd?

There are 1707+ hotels available in Pontypridd.

Machynlleth to Pontypridd - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Machynlleth to Pontypridd by train, bus, or car

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

Train
best
1. Take the train from Machynlleth to ShrewsburyAberystwyth - Birmingham International / ...
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Cardiff CentralManchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
4h 16m
£50–107
Drive 91.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Machynlleth to Pontypridd91.8 mi
2h 15m
£23–33
Bus via Newtown
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
6h 1m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 to Tresillian WayT1c
6h 41m

Machynlleth to Pontypridd by train

84Weekly Trains

4h 16mAverage Duration

£50Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Machynlleth to Pontypridd.

Launch map view

Distance: 178.4 mi
Duration: 4h 16m

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

You can take a train from Machynlleth to Pontypridd via Shrewsbury and Cardiff Central in around 4h 16m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Clock to Catherine Street E2 via Newtown Bus Station Stand 2 and Merthyr Bus Station Stand 8 in around 6h 1m.

Transport is disrupted due to the Russia-Ukraine war. Read more

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around United Kingdom

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.