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

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

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Machynlleth?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading to Machynlleth. However, there are services departing from Reading RailAir and arriving at Wynnstay Arms Hotel via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Newtown Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 18m.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Machynlleth?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Machynlleth. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Machynlleth via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 55m.

How far is it from Reading to Machynlleth?

The distance between Reading and Machynlleth is 202 miles. The road distance is 177.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Machynlleth without a car is to train which takes 4h 55m and costs £50 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 4h 55m to get from Reading to Machynlleth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Machynlleth bus from?

Reading to Machynlleth bus services, operated by RailAir, depart from Reading RailAir station.

Where do I catch the Reading to Machynlleth train from?

Reading to Machynlleth train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Reading station.

Train or bus from Reading to Machynlleth?

The best way to get from Reading to Machynlleth is to train which takes 4h 55m and costs £50 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 9h 18m.

Where does the Reading to Machynlleth bus arrive?

Reading to Machynlleth bus services, operated by RailAir, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 2 station.

Where does the Reading to Machynlleth train arrive?

Reading to Machynlleth train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Reading to Machynlleth?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Machynlleth is 177 miles. It takes approximately 3h 42m to drive from Reading to Machynlleth.

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

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Where can I stay near Machynlleth?

There are 839+ hotels available in Machynlleth.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Reading to Birmingham New StreetBournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to MachynllethBirmingham International - Aberystwyth / ...
4h 55m
£52–145
Drive 176.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Reading to Machynlleth176.4 mi
3h 42m
£45–64
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Reading to Cardiff CentralLondon Paddington - Swansea / ...
2. Take the bus from Tresillian Way to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7T1c
7h 43m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 2Ra1
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Newtown Bus Station Stand 2409
3. Take the bus from Newtown Bus Station to Wynnstay Arms HotelX85
9h 18m

Reading to Machynlleth by train

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4h 55mAverage Duration

£52Cheapest Price

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Distance: 200.8 mi
Duration: 4h 55m

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

You can take a train from Reading to Machynlleth via Birmingham New Street in around 4h 55m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Reading RailAir to Wynnstay Arms Hotel via Heathrow Terminal 2, Heathrow Central Bus Station, and Newtown Bus Station in around 9h 18m.

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