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

The cheapest way to get from Swindon to Machynlleth is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 3h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Swindon to Machynlleth is to drive which takes 3h 5m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Swindon and Machynlleth?

No, there is no direct bus from Swindon to Machynlleth. However, there are services departing from Fleming Way and arriving at Machynlleth Town Clock via Sophia Gardens, Sarn Odeon and Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 23m.

Is there a direct train between Swindon and Machynlleth?

No, there is no direct train from Swindon to Machynlleth. However, there are services departing from Swindon and arriving at Machynlleth via Newport (S Wales) and Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 7m.

How far is it from Swindon to Machynlleth?

The distance between Swindon and Machynlleth is 212 miles. The road distance is 137.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Swindon to Machynlleth without a car is to train via Newport which takes 5h 7m and costs £70 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 5h 7m to get from Swindon to Machynlleth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swindon to Machynlleth bus from?

Swindon to Machynlleth bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Fleming Way station.

Where do I catch the Swindon to Machynlleth train from?

Swindon to Machynlleth train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Swindon station.

Train or bus from Swindon to Machynlleth?

The best way to get from Swindon to Machynlleth is to train via Newport which takes 5h 7m and costs £70 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 8h 23m.

Where does the Swindon to Machynlleth bus arrive?

Swindon to Machynlleth bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Sophia Gardens station.

Where does the Swindon to Machynlleth train arrive?

Swindon to Machynlleth train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Newport (S Wales) station.

Can I drive from Swindon to Machynlleth?

Yes, the driving distance between Swindon to Machynlleth is 138 miles. It takes approximately 3h 5m to drive from Swindon to Machynlleth.

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

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Where can I stay near Machynlleth?

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

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Train via Newport
best
1. Take the train from Swindon to Newport (S Wales)train
2. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Shrewsburytrain
3. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Machynllethtrain
5h 7m
£74–127
Drive 136.8 mi
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1. Drive from Swindon to Machynllethcar 136.8 mi
3h 5m
£34–49
Bus
1. Take the bus from Fleming Way to Sophia Gardensbus Cp1
2. Take the bus from Sarn Odeon to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7bus T1c
8h 23m
Train
1. Take the train from Swindon to Cheltenham Spatrain
2. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Machynllethtrain
5h 17m
£67–117

Swindon to Machynlleth by train

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Distance: 210.4 mi
Duration: 5h 7m

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

You can take a train from Swindon to Machynlleth via Newport (S Wales) and Shrewsbury in around 5h 7m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Fleming Way to Machynlleth Town Clock via Sophia Gardens, Sarn Odeon, and Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4 in around 8h 23m.

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