What is the cheapest way to get from Machynlleth to Port Talbot?

The cheapest way to get from Machynlleth to Port Talbot is to bus which costs £18 - £27 and takes 5h 30m.

What is the fastest way to get from Machynlleth to Port Talbot?

The fastest way to get from Machynlleth to Port Talbot is to drive which takes 2h 17m and costs £22 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Machynlleth and Port Talbot?

No, there is no direct bus from Machynlleth to Port Talbot station. However, there are services departing from Park Avenue and arriving at Port Talbot Bus Station 9 via The Black Lion and Rose and Crown. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Machynlleth and Port Talbot?

No, there is no direct train from Machynlleth to Port Talbot. However, there are services departing from Machynlleth and arriving at Port Talbot Parkway via Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 43m.

How far is it from Machynlleth to Port Talbot?

The distance between Machynlleth and Port Talbot is 120 miles. The road distance is 92.6 miles.

How do I travel from Machynlleth to Port Talbot without a car?

The best way to get from Machynlleth to Port Talbot without a car is to bus and train which takes 4h 36m and costs £28 - £55.

How long does it take to get from Machynlleth to Port Talbot?

It takes approximately 4h 36m to get from Machynlleth to Port Talbot, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Machynlleth to Port Talbot bus from?

Machynlleth to Port Talbot bus services, operated by First South & West Wales, depart from Park Avenue station.

Where do I catch the Machynlleth to Port Talbot train from?

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

Train or bus from Machynlleth to Port Talbot?

The best way to get from Machynlleth to Port Talbot is to train which takes 4h 43m and costs £65 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £18 - £27 and takes 5h 30m.

Where does the Machynlleth to Port Talbot bus arrive?

Machynlleth to Port Talbot bus services, operated by First South & West Wales, arrive at The Black Lion station.

Where does the Machynlleth to Port Talbot train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Machynlleth to Port Talbot?

Yes, the driving distance between Machynlleth to Port Talbot is 93 miles. It takes approximately 2h 17m to drive from Machynlleth to Port Talbot.

How do I get a train ticket from Machynlleth to Port Talbot?

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Where can I stay near Port Talbot?

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

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

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Park Avenue to The Black Lionbus T1 / ...
2. Take the bus from The Black Lion to Carmarthen stationbus T1 / ...
3. Take the train from Carmarthen to Port Talbot Parkwaytrain
4h 36m
£28–52
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Park Avenue to The Black Lionbus T1 / ...
2. Take the bus from The Black Lion to Carmarthen Bus Station Stand 1bus T1 / ...
3. Take the bus from Rose and Crown to Port Talbot Bus Station 9bus 112 / ...
5h 30m
£18–27
Train
1. Take the train from Machynlleth to Shrewsburytrain Aberystwyth - Birmingham International / ...
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Port Talbot Parkwaytrain Manchester Piccadilly - Milford Haven / ...
4h 43m
£66–107
Drive 92 mi
1. Drive from Machynlleth to Port Talbotcar 92 mi
2h 17m
£23–33

Machynlleth to Port Talbot by train and bus

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Distance: 119 mi
Duration: 4h 36m

What companies run services between Machynlleth, Wales and Port Talbot, Wales?

You can take a train from Machynlleth to Port Talbot Parkway via Shrewsbury in around 4h 43m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Machynlleth to Port Talbot Bus Station 9 via Aberystwyth, Park Avenue, The Black Lion, Carmarthen Bus Station Stand 1, and Rose and Crown in around 5h 30m.

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