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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Cardiff to Machynlleth

Composite routes from Cardiff to Machynlleth

Cheapest
2 h 31 min
Car
181 km.
from $9

Transport providers

Train operators

First Great Western Service

Phone:
+44 3457 000 125
Email:
Website:
gwr.com/
Train from Cardiff Central to Carmarthen
Ave. Duration:
1h 46m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$51.90–$120.25

Transport for Wales

Phone:
03333 211 202
Website:
tfw.wales/
Train from Cardiff Central to Shrewsbury
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$51.90–$82.28
Train from Shrewsbury to Machynlleth
Ave. Duration:
1h 14m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$29.11–$45.57
Train from Cardiff Central to Carmarthen
Ave. Duration:
1h 46m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$37.97–$58.23

Bus operators

First South & West Wales

Phone:
+44 1792 57 22 55
Website:
firstbus.co.uk/south-west-wales
Bus from Carmarthen station to The
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Hourly
Bus from The Black Lion to Aberystwyth
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Hourly

Evans Coaches Tregaron

Phone:
0114 22 11 282
Website:
traveline.info
Bus from The Black Lion to Aberystwyth
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
4 times a day

Mid Wales Travel

Phone:
+44 1970 828288
Email:
Website:
midwalestravel.co.uk/
Bus from Sarn Odeon to Aberystwyth
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Machynlleth is to drive which costs $33.70 - $50 and takes 2h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Machynlleth is to drive which takes 2h 33m and costs $33.70 - $50 .

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Machynlleth?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Machynlleth. However, there are services departing from Cardiff - Herbert St Lloyd George Ave and arriving at Machynlleth Town Clock via Sarn Odeon and Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Machynlleth?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Machynlleth. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Machynlleth via Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 14m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Machynlleth?

The distance between Cardiff and Machynlleth is 267 km. The road distance is 176.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Machynlleth without a car is to train which takes 4h 14m and costs $70.65 - $108.70 .

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

It takes approximately 4h 14m to get from Cardiff to Machynlleth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Machynlleth bus from?

Cardiff to Machynlleth bus services, operated by Mid Wales Travel, depart from Sarn Odeon station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Machynlleth train from?

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

Train or bus from Cardiff to Machynlleth?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Machynlleth is to train which takes 4h 14m and costs $70.65 - $108.70 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 6h 40m.

Where does the Cardiff to Machynlleth bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cardiff to Machynlleth train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Machynlleth?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Machynlleth is 177 km. It takes approximately 2h 33m to drive from Cardiff to Machynlleth.

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

Book your Cardiff to Machynlleth train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Machynlleth?

There are 813+ hotels available in Machynlleth. Prices start at $83.90 per night.
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