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

The cheapest way to get from Machynlleth to Runcorn is to drive which costs £21 - £35 and takes 1h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from Machynlleth to Runcorn is to drive which takes 1h 51m and costs £21 - £35.

Is there a direct train between Machynlleth and Runcorn?

No, there is no direct train from Machynlleth to Runcorn. However, there are services departing from Machynlleth and arriving at Runcorn via Shrewsbury and Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 10m.

How far is it from Machynlleth to Runcorn?

The distance between Machynlleth and Runcorn is 116 miles. The road distance is 86.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Machynlleth to Runcorn without a car is to train which takes 3h 10m and costs £27 - £50.

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

It takes approximately 3h 10m to get from Machynlleth to Runcorn, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Machynlleth to Runcorn train from?

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

Train or bus from Machynlleth to Runcorn?

The best way to get from Machynlleth to Runcorn is to train which takes 3h 10m and costs £27 - £50. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 5h 39m.

Where does the Machynlleth to Runcorn train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Machynlleth to Runcorn?

Yes, the driving distance between Machynlleth to Runcorn is 86 miles. It takes approximately 1h 51m to drive from Machynlleth to Runcorn.

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

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Where can I stay near Runcorn?

There are 2686+ hotels available in Runcorn.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Machynlleth to ShrewsburyAberystwyth - Birmingham International / ...
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to CreweShrewsbury - Crewe / ...
3h 10m
£28–49
Drive 86 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Machynlleth to Runcorn86 mi
1h 51m
£22–31
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Machynlleth Town Clock to Eldon Square 1T2 / ...
2. Take the bus from Eldon Square 1 to Wrexham Bus Station 5T3 / ...
3. Take the bus from Wrexham Bus Station 7 to Railway Station1
4. Take the train from Chester to Runcorn
5h 24m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Eldon Square 1 to Corwen Car ParkT3 / ...
2. Take the bus from Corwen Car Park to Railway StationT8
5h 39m

Machynlleth to Runcorn by train

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3h 10mAverage Duration

£28Cheapest Price

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Distance: 115.3 mi
Duration: 3h 10m

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

You can take a train from Machynlleth to Runcorn via Shrewsbury and Crewe in around 3h 10m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Machynlleth Town Clock to Runcorn via Eldon Square 1, Corwen Car Park, Railway Station, and Chester in around 5h 39m.

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