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Pontypridd to Machynlleth trains

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The average train between Pontypridd and Machynlleth takes 4h 43m and the fastest train takes 3h 57m. There is a train service every few hours from Pontypridd 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.

4h 43m
Duration
178 mi
Distance
£69
Average price
Every 2 hours
Frequency

Train

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  1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Shrewsburytrain train Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
  2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Machynllethtrain train Birmingham International - Aberystwyth / ...
5h 12m
£59–102

Pontypridd to Machynlleth train times

Trains run every 2 hours between Pontypridd and Machynlleth. The earliest departure is at 6:43 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Pontypridd is at 11:24 PM which arrives into Machynlleth at 8:41 AM. All services require a transfer at Cardiff Central and take an average of 4h 43m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, October 12, 2026

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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesTransport for Wales3h 59m • 2 changes

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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesTransport for Wales4h 12m • 2 changes

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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesTransport for Wales9h 17m • 2 changes

Departing Tuesday, October 13, 2026

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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesTransport for Wales4h 1m • 2 changes

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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesTransport for Wales4h 25m • 2 changes

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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesTransport for Wales3h 57m • 2 changes

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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesTransport for Wales4h • 2 changes
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Departing Wednesday, October 14, 2026

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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesTransport for Wales4h 1m • 2 changes

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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesTransport for Wales4h 25m • 2 changes

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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesTransport for Wales3h 57m • 2 changes

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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesTransport for Wales4h • 2 changes
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Departing Thursday, October 15, 2026

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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesTransport for Wales4h 1m • 2 changes

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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesTransport for Wales4h 25m • 2 changes

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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesTransport for Wales3h 57m • 2 changes

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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesTransport for Wales4h • 2 changes
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Departing Friday, October 16, 2026

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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesTransport for Wales4h 1m • 2 changes

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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesTransport for Wales4h 25m • 2 changes

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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesTransport for Wales3h 57m • 2 changes

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    Transport for WalesTransport for WalesTransport for Wales4h • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Pontypridd 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.

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  • Distance: 178.4 mi
  • Duration: 4h 43m

What companies run services between Pontypridd, Wales and Machynlleth, Wales?

You can take a train from Pontypridd to Machynlleth via Cardiff Central and Shrewsbury in around 5h 12m.

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