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

The cheapest way to get from Wales to Machynlleth is to drive which costs £25 - £40 and takes 2h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Wales to Machynlleth is to drive which takes 2h 32m and costs £25 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Wales and Machynlleth?

No, there is no direct bus from Wales to Machynlleth. However, there are services departing from Tresillian Way and arriving at Machynlleth Town Clock via Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Wales and Machynlleth?

No, there is no direct train from Wales to Machynlleth. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Machynlleth via Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 15m.

How far is it from Wales to Machynlleth?

The distance between Wales and Machynlleth is 167 miles. The road distance is 104 miles.

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

The best way to get from Wales to Machynlleth without a car is to train which takes 4h 15m and costs £40 - £75.

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

It takes approximately 4h 15m to get from Wales to Machynlleth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Wales to Machynlleth bus from?

Wales to Machynlleth bus services, operated by Mid Wales Travel, depart from Tresillian Way station.

Where do I catch the Wales to Machynlleth train from?

Wales to Machynlleth train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Wales to Machynlleth?

The best way to get from Wales to Machynlleth is to train which takes 4h 15m and costs £40 - £75. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 5h 20m.

Where does the Wales to Machynlleth bus arrive?

Wales to Machynlleth bus services, operated by Mid Wales Travel, arrive at Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7.

Where does the Wales to Machynlleth train arrive?

Wales to Machynlleth train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Shrewsbury station.

Can I drive from Wales to Machynlleth?

Yes, the driving distance between Wales to Machynlleth is 104 miles. It takes approximately 2h 32m to drive from Wales to Machynlleth.

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

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Where can I stay near Machynlleth?

There are 838+ hotels available in Machynlleth.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Shrewsburytrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Machynllethtrain Birmingham International - Aberystwyth / ...
4h 15m
£44–70
Drive 103.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cardiff to Machynllethcar 103.3 mi
2h 32m
£26–37
Bus
1. Take the bus from Tresillian Way to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7bus T1c
5h 20m
Bus via Newtown
1. Take the bus from Greyfriars Road Stop GJ to Merthyr Bus Station Stand 1bus X4
2. Take the bus from Merthyr Bus Station Stand 2 to Newtown Bus Station Stand 2bus T4
3. Take the bus from Newtown Bus Station to Wynnstay Arms Hotelbus X85
6h 15m

Wales to Machynlleth by train

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Distance: 166 mi
Duration: 4h 15m

What companies run services between Wales and Machynlleth, Wales?

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Machynlleth via Shrewsbury in around 4h 15m. Alternatively, Mid Wales Travel operates a bus from Tresillian Way to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 twice daily, and the journey takes 4h 10m.

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