The average bus between Merthyr Tydfil and Machynlleth takes 4h 5m and the fastest bus takes 3h 52m. The bus service runs several times per day from Merthyr Tydfil to Machynlleth. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Buses run every 4 hours between Merthyr Tydfil and Machynlleth. The earliest departure is at 7:10 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Merthyr Tydfil is at 5:19 PM which arrives into Machynlleth at 9:29 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 5m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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Want to know about travelling from Merthyr Tydfil to Machynlleth? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct bus from Merthyr Tydfil to Machynlleth. However, there are services departing from Merthyr Tydfil station and arriving at Machynlleth station via Newtown Bus Station Stand 2 station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 5m.
Merthyr Tydfil to Machynlleth bus services, operated by Celtic Travel, depart from RAFA Club station.
Merthyr Tydfil to Machynlleth bus services, operated by Celtic Travel, arrive at Wynnstay Arms Hotel station.
The distance between Merthyr Tydfil and Machynlleth is 99.1 km. The road distance is 168 km.
You can take a bus from RAFA Club to Wynnstay Arms Hotel via Newtown Bus Station in around 4h 28m.