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

The cheapest way to get from Machynlleth to Reading is to drive which costs £40 - £65 and takes 3h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Machynlleth to Reading is to drive which takes 3h 42m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Machynlleth and Reading?

No, there is no direct bus from Machynlleth to Reading. However, there are services departing from Clock and arriving at Reading RailAir via Newtown Bus Station Stand 2 and Heathrow Terminal 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 46m.

Is there a direct train between Machynlleth and Reading?

No, there is no direct train from Machynlleth to Reading. However, there are services departing from Machynlleth and arriving at Reading via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 32m.

How far is it from Machynlleth to Reading?

The distance between Machynlleth and Reading is 202 miles. The road distance is 176.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Machynlleth to Reading without a car is to train which takes 4h 32m and costs £40 - £200.

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

It takes approximately 4h 32m to get from Machynlleth to Reading, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Machynlleth to Reading bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Machynlleth to Reading train from?

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

Train or bus from Machynlleth to Reading?

The best way to get from Machynlleth to Reading is to train which takes 4h 32m and costs £40 - £200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 8h 46m.

Where does the Machynlleth to Reading bus arrive?

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

Where does the Machynlleth to Reading train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Machynlleth to Reading?

Yes, the driving distance between Machynlleth to Reading is 176 miles. It takes approximately 3h 42m to drive from Machynlleth to Reading.

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

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

There are 4 ways to get from Machynlleth to Reading 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 ReadingManchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
4h 32m
£42–197
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 to Tresillian WayT1c
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to ReadingSwansea - London Paddington / ...
7h 56m
Drive 175.5 mi
1. Drive from Machynlleth to Reading175.5 mi
3h 42m
£44–64
Bus
1. Take the bus from Clock to Newtown Bus StationX85
2. Take the bus from Newtown Bus Station Stand 2 to Heathrow Central Bus Station409
3. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 2 to Reading RailAirRa1
8h 46m

Machynlleth to Reading by train

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4h 32mAverage Duration

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Distance: 200.9 mi
Duration: 4h 32m

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

You can take a train from Machynlleth to Reading via Birmingham New Street in around 4h 32m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Clock to Reading RailAir via Newtown Bus Station Stand 2, Heathrow Central Bus Station, and Heathrow Terminal 2 in around 8h 46m.

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