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 4m.

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 4m 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 Regent Circus and arriving at Wynnstay Arms Hotel via Greyfriars Road Stop GJ, Merthyr Bus Station Stand 2 and Newtown Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 39m.

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 3m.

How far is it from Swindon to Machynlleth?

The distance between Swindon and Machynlleth is 212 miles. The road distance is 138 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 3m and costs £60 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 5h 3m 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 FlixBus, depart from Regent Circus 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 3m and costs £60 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 8h 39m.

Where does the Swindon to Machynlleth bus arrive?

Swindon to Machynlleth bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Kingsway GD 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 4m 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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Swindon to Machynlleth - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 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)
2. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Shrewsbury
3. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Machynlleth
5h 3m
£64–136
Drive 137.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Swindon to Machynlleth137.2 mi
3h 4m
£35–50
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Swindon to Cardiff CentralLondon Paddington - Swansea / ...
2. Take the bus from Tresillian Way to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7T1c
7h 28m
Train
1. Take the train from Swindon to Cheltenham Spa
2. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Birmingham New Street
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Machynlleth
5h 14m
£44–103
Bus
1. Take the bus from Regent Circus to Kingsway GD
2. Take the bus from Merthyr Bus Station Stand 2 to Newtown Bus Station Stand 2T4
3. Take the bus from Newtown Bus Station to Wynnstay Arms HotelX85
8h 39m

Swindon to Machynlleth by train

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5h 3mAverage Duration

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Distance: 210.4 mi
Duration: 5h 3m

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 3m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Regent Circus to Wynnstay Arms Hotel via Kingsway GD, Greyfriars Road Stop GJ, Merthyr Bus Station Stand 2, and Newtown Bus Station in around 8h 39m.

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