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 Machynlleth Town Clock via Tresillian Way and Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 4m.

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 5m.

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 5m and costs £60 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 5h 5m 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 5m and costs £60 - £100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 9h 4m.

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

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)
2. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Shrewsbury
3. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Machynlleth
5h 5m
£60–97
Drive 137.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Swindon to Machynlleth137.2 mi
3h 4m
£34–49
Bus
1. Take the bus from Regent Circus to Kingsway GDUk042
2. Take the bus from Tresillian Way to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7T1c
9h 4m
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
£39–103

Swindon to Machynlleth by train

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5h 5mAverage Duration

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Distance: 210.4 mi
Duration: 5h 5m

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 5m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Regent Circus to Machynlleth Town Clock via Kingsway GD, Tresillian Way, and Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4 in around 9h 4m.

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