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

The cheapest way to get from Rhondda to Machynlleth is to drive which costs £22 - £35 and takes 2h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rhondda to Machynlleth is to drive which takes 2h 26m and costs £22 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Rhondda and Machynlleth?

No, there is no direct bus from Rhondda to Machynlleth. However, there are services departing from Rhondda Hotel and arriving at Wynnstay Arms Hotel via Aberdare Bus Station Stand 11, Merthyr Bus Station Stand 2 and Newtown Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 21m.

Is there a direct train between Rhondda and Machynlleth?

No, there is no direct train from Rhondda to Machynlleth. However, there are services departing from Ystrad Rhondda and arriving at Machynlleth via Cardiff Central and Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 30m.

How far is it from Rhondda to Machynlleth?

The distance between Rhondda and Machynlleth is 186 miles. The road distance is 91.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rhondda to Machynlleth without a car is to train which takes 5h 30m and costs £70 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 5h 30m to get from Rhondda to Machynlleth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rhondda to Machynlleth bus from?

Rhondda to Machynlleth bus services, operated by Celtic Travel, depart from Merthyr Bus Station Stand 2.

Where do I catch the Rhondda to Machynlleth train from?

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

Train or bus from Rhondda to Machynlleth?

The best way to get from Rhondda to Machynlleth is to train which takes 5h 30m and costs £70 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 7h 21m.

Where does the Rhondda to Machynlleth bus arrive?

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

Where does the Rhondda to Machynlleth train arrive?

Rhondda to Machynlleth train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Cardiff Central station.

Can I drive from Rhondda to Machynlleth?

Yes, the driving distance between Rhondda to Machynlleth is 92 miles. It takes approximately 2h 26m to drive from Rhondda to Machynlleth.

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

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Where can I stay near Machynlleth?

There are 611+ hotels available in Machynlleth.

Rhondda to Machynlleth - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 172 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Ystrad Rhondda to Cardiff Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Shrewsburytrain
3. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Machynllethtrain
5h 30m
£71–123
Drive 91.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Rhondda to Machynllethcar 91.2 mi
2h 26m
£23–33
Bus
1. Take the bus from Merthyr Bus Station Stand 2 to Newtown Bus Station Stand 2bus T4
2. Take the bus from Newtown Bus Station to Wynnstay Arms Hotelbus X85
7h 21m
Line 172 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Penuel to Bridgend Bus Station Stand 6bus 172
2. Take the bus from Sarn Odeon to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7bus T1c
7h 40m

Rhondda to Machynlleth by train

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Distance: 185.3 mi
Duration: 5h 30m

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

You can take a train from Ystrad Rhondda to Machynlleth via Cardiff Central and Shrewsbury in around 5h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Rhondda Hotel to Wynnstay Arms Hotel via Aberdare Bus Station Stand 11, Merthyr Bus Station Stand 2, and Newtown Bus Station in around 7h 21m.

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