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

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

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Pontypridd and Machynlleth?

No, there is no direct bus from Pontypridd station to Machynlleth. However, there are services departing from Railway Station South E6 and arriving at Park Avenue via Sophia Gardens, Carmarthen Bus Station Stand 1 and The Black Lion. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 14m.

Is there a direct train between Pontypridd and Machynlleth?

No, there is no direct train from Pontypridd to Machynlleth. However, there are services departing from Pontypridd and arriving at Machynlleth via Cardiff Central and Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 12m.

How far is it from Pontypridd to Machynlleth?

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

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

The best way to get from Pontypridd to Machynlleth without a car is to train which takes 5h 12m and costs £55 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 5h 12m to get from Pontypridd to Machynlleth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pontypridd to Machynlleth bus from?

Pontypridd to Machynlleth bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sophia Gardens station.

Where do I catch the Pontypridd to Machynlleth train from?

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

Train or bus from Pontypridd to Machynlleth?

The best way to get from Pontypridd to Machynlleth is to train which takes 5h 12m and costs £55 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £28 - £45 and takes 8h 14m.

Where does the Pontypridd to Machynlleth bus arrive?

Pontypridd to Machynlleth bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Rose and Crown station.

Where does the Pontypridd to Machynlleth train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Pontypridd to Machynlleth?

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

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

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Where can I stay near Machynlleth?

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Pontypridd to Machynlleth - 4 ways to travel via train, line 404 bus, and bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Shrewsburytrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Machynllethtrain Birmingham International - Aberystwyth / ...
5h 12m
£59–102
Drive 91.8 mi
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1. Drive from Pontypridd to Machynllethcar 91.8 mi
2h 15m
£23–33
Line 404 bus, train, bus
1. Take the bus from Catherine Street E2 to Bridgend Bus Station Stand 8bus 404
2. Take the train from Bridgend to Carmarthentrain
3. Take the bus from The Black Lion to Park Avenuebus T1 / ...
7h 6m
£39–71
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Rose and Crownbus 112 / ...
2. Take the bus from Carmarthen Bus Station Stand 1 to The Black Lionbus T1 / ...
3. Take the bus from The Black Lion to Park Avenuebus T1 / ...
8h 14m
£29–43

Pontypridd to Machynlleth by train

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Distance: 178.4 mi
Duration: 5h 12m

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

You can take a train from Pontypridd to Machynlleth via Cardiff Central and Shrewsbury in around 5h 12m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Railway Station South E6 to Machynlleth via Greyfriars Road GF, Sophia Gardens, Rose and Crown, Carmarthen Bus Station Stand 1, The Black Lion, Park Avenue, and Aberystwyth in around 8h 14m.

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