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 to Machynlleth. However, there are services departing from Ynysangharad Park Gates and arriving at Wynnstay Arms Hotel via Merthyr Bus Station Stand 2 and Newtown Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 2m.

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 10m.

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 10m and costs £50 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 5h 10m 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 Celtic Travel, depart from Merthyr Bus Station Stand 2.

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 10m and costs £50 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus via Newtown, which costs and takes 6h 2m.

Where does the Pontypridd to Machynlleth bus arrive?

Pontypridd to Machynlleth bus services, operated by Celtic Travel, arrive at Newtown Bus Station Stand 2.

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, bus, and car

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 ShrewsburyCardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to MachynllethBirmingham International - Aberystwyth / ...
5h 10m
£50–108
Drive 91.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Pontypridd to Machynlleth91.8 mi
2h 15m
£23–33
Bus via Newtown
1. Take the bus from Merthyr Bus Station Stand 2 to Newtown Bus Station Stand 2T4
2. Take the bus from Newtown Bus Station to Wynnstay Arms HotelX85
6h 2m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Tresillian Way to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7T1c
7h 27m

Pontypridd to Machynlleth by train

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Distance: 178.4 mi
Duration: 5h 10m

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 10m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ynysangharad Park Gates to Wynnstay Arms Hotel via Merthyr Bus Station Stand 2 and Newtown Bus Station in around 6h 2m.

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