The average train between Bath and Machynlleth takes 4h 59m and the fastest train takes 4h 1m. The train service runs several times per day from Bath 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.
Trains run every 4 hours between Bath and Machynlleth. The earliest departure is at 6:47 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Bath is at 10:38 PM which arrives into Machynlleth at 8:41 AM. All services require a transfer at Newport (S Wales) and take an average of 4h 59m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Bath 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 train from Bath to Machynlleth. However, there are services departing from Bath station and arriving at Machynlleth station via Newport (S Wales). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 59m.
Bath to Machynlleth train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Bath Spa station.
Bath to Machynlleth train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Machynlleth station.
Book your Bath to Machynlleth train tickets online with Great Western Railway (GWR) and Transport for Wales.
The distance between Bath and Machynlleth is 169.3 km. The road distance is 309 km.
You can take a train from Bath Spa to Machynlleth via Newport (S Wales) and Shrewsbury in around 5h 19m.