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

The cheapest way to get from Porthcawl to Machynlleth is to drive which costs £25 - £40 and takes 2h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Porthcawl to Machynlleth is to drive which takes 2h 26m and costs £25 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Porthcawl and Machynlleth?

No, there is no direct bus from Porthcawl to Machynlleth. However, there are services departing from Griffin Park and arriving at Machynlleth Town Clock via Bridgend Bus Station Stand 6, Sarn Odeon and Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 37m.

How far is it from Porthcawl to Machynlleth?

The distance between Porthcawl and Machynlleth is 194 miles. The road distance is 102.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Porthcawl to Machynlleth without a car is to train which takes 5h 43m and costs £55 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 5h 43m to get from Porthcawl to Machynlleth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Porthcawl to Machynlleth bus from?

Porthcawl to Machynlleth bus services, operated by Mid Wales Travel, depart from Sarn Odeon station.

Train or bus from Porthcawl to Machynlleth?

The best way to get from Porthcawl to Machynlleth is to train which takes 5h 43m and costs £55 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 6h 37m.

Where does the Porthcawl to Machynlleth bus arrive?

Porthcawl to Machynlleth bus services, operated by Mid Wales Travel, arrive at Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7.

Can I drive from Porthcawl to Machynlleth?

Yes, the driving distance between Porthcawl to Machynlleth is 102 miles. It takes approximately 2h 26m to drive from Porthcawl to Machynlleth.

Where can I stay near Machynlleth?

There are 843+ hotels available in Machynlleth.

Porthcawl to Machynlleth - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Porthcawl 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 43m
£57–115
Drive 101.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Porthcawl to Machynlleth101.6 mi
2h 26m
£25–37
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sarn Odeon to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7T1c
6h 37m

Porthcawl to Machynlleth by bus and train

83Weekly Services

5h 43mAverage Duration

£57Cheapest Price

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Distance: 193.1 mi
Duration: 5h 43m

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

You can take a bus from Northways to Machynlleth via Bridgend Bus Station Stand 9, Bridgend, Cardiff Central, and Shrewsbury in around 5h 43m. Alternatively, Mid Wales Travel operates a bus from Sarn Odeon to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 twice a week, and the journey takes 3h 30m.

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