The average train between Hereford and Machynlleth takes 2h 30m and the fastest train takes 2h 9m. There is a train service every few hours from Hereford 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 2 hours between Hereford and Machynlleth. The earliest departure is at 5:41 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Hereford is at 8:46 PM which arrives into Machynlleth at 11:10 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 30m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Hereford to Machynlleth. However, there are services departing from Hereford station and arriving at Machynlleth station via Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 30m.
Hereford to Machynlleth train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Hereford station.
Hereford to Machynlleth train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Machynlleth station.
Book your Hereford to Machynlleth train tickets online with Transport for Wales.
The distance between Hereford and Machynlleth is 97.4 km. The road distance is 179 km.
You can take a train from Hereford to Machynlleth via Shrewsbury in around 3h 7m.